Mechanical Engineer III
Sigma Design
Everett, WA, United StatesContractListed on Careeronaut 21h ago
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Mechanical Engineer III
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Sigma Design has collaborated with an aerospace company seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their facility in Everett, WA. This company designs human-machine interface products, offering balanced lighting solutions for cockpit needs. This is a 6-month contract.
What Is Offered:
- Multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance including some with FSA and HSA
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays
- Quarterly bonus program
- Voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Monday – Friday, flexible hours
- The hiring range for this role is typically between $114,000 and $139,000 annually, with the full range extending to $165,000 annually, based on experience, internal equity, and career progression
Primary Function:
The Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for leading and supporting mechanical engineering activities across the product lifecycle, including new product development, sustaining engineering, and production support. This role applies advanced engineering expertise to develop design solutions, resolve complex technical issues, and ensure products meet customer requirements and performance goals. The position also provides technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams, customers, and vendors.
Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:
- Participate in and lead cross-functional engineering teams to develop, release, and support products throughout the product lifecycle.
- Analyze complex mechanical and electromechanical issues, conduct failure analysis, determine root causes, and implement appropriate corrective actions.
- Create, modify, and review 3D models, component drawings, and assembly drawings using PTC Creo and related engineering documentation systems.
- Manage engineering changes and design improvements to meet customer requirements, project scope, schedule, cost, and product performance objectives.
- Support and oversee product validation and qualification testing to verify design functionality, reliability, and compliance with applicable requirements.
- Collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal engineering teams to define requirements, troubleshoot technical issues, and develop effective solutions.
- Apply engineering expertise in prototyping, manufacturing processes, materials, post-processes, coatings, and finishes to optimize product designs.
- Support the development and improvement of electromechanical systems, including design updates and sustaining engineering activities.
- Maintain engineering documentation, configuration control, and change records within PLM systems, ensuring compliance with applicable export control requirements, including ITAR.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers, supporting design reviews, problem-solving, and engineering best practices.
- Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.
Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience with electronics packaging.
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling software; PTC WF4 or Creo preferred.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within aerospace or another highly regulated industry.
- Experience with DO-160 or similar industry standards preferred.
- Experience or interest in Optical Engineering and Lighting preferred.
- Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and product development.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- ITAR - Permanent resident of the United States (“U.S. person” as defined by ITAR)
- Background and drug screen - pass a post-offer background verification and drug screen.
Work Environment
Standard office environment with normal amounts of office related conditions. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers.
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