Mechanical Engineer

We’re seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and improve rotating electrical connectors and motion control components used in industrial automation applications. This role partners with manufacturing, machine shops, and cross-functional engineering teams to bring products from concept through production.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop custom rotary electrical connectors and rotating mechanical assemblies
• Create SolidWorks 2D and 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and work instructions
• Build, test, and troubleshoot mechanical prototypes
• Support manufacturing, assembly, first-article qualification, and production
• Manage multiple engineering projects and customer-driven timelines
• Collaborate with vendors and machine shops to improve design for manufacturability (DFM)
• Drive improvements in product performance, reliability, and cost

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• 4–5+ years of mechanical engineering experience
• Advanced SolidWorks CAD proficiency
• Experience with complex assemblies, tight tolerances, and GD&T fundamentals
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes and prototyping

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with rotary seals, bearings, O-rings, and rotating equipment
• Knowledge of materials selection and qualification
• Basic electrical engineering principles
• Experience with machining, product testing, or validation (HALT)
• Familiarity with industrial standards (ISO, CE, UL, IEC)
• Exposure to Arduino, Python, or automation-related programming

On-Site | Middleton, WI