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ATS Automation

Sr. Mechanical Engineering

Souderton, PA

$105K - $139K/yr

Position Title: Sr. Mechanical Engineer, NCC Automated Solutions Location: Souderton, Pennsylvania Reports to: Director of Engineering, NCC Automated Solutions We are looking for people who share our ...

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Tulsa, OK · Hybrid

$140K - $170K/yr

Senior Mechanical Engineer Location: Tulsa, OK (Hybrid) Hire Type : Direct Hire Salary: $140,000 ... Lead mechanical engineering project efforts. * Coordinate activities across multiple engineering ...

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Austin, TX · On-site

$103K - $136K/yr

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$118K - $156K/yr

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Chicago, IL · On-site

$107K - $142K/yr

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New Orleans, LA · On-site

$100K - $132K/yr

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$118K - $156K/yr

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Dallas, TX · On-site

$103K - $136K/yr

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$120K - $135K/yr

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Senior Mechanical Engineering Analyst

Livermore, CA

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How much do senior mechanical engineering postdoctoral jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior mechanical engineering postdoctoral in the United States is $122,564.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Mechanical Engineering Postdoctoral vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectSenior Mechanical Engineering PostdoctoralMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsPhD in Mechanical Engineering or related fieldBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, academic institutions, industry R&DDesign, development, manufacturing settings
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research centers, R&D departmentsManufacturers, engineering firms, tech companies

The main difference is that a Senior Mechanical Engineering Postdoctoral typically holds a PhD and focuses on research and development in academic or industry labs, whereas a Mechanical Engineer usually has a bachelor's or master's degree and works on practical design, analysis, and manufacturing tasks in various engineering settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Mechanical Engineering Postdoctoral, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Mechanical Engineering Postdoctoral, you need a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a related field, advanced research experience, and a strong foundation in mechanical design, analysis, and materials. Proficiency in simulation software such as ANSYS or COMSOL, programming languages like MATLAB or Python, and experience with laboratory instrumentation and data analysis tools are typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, leadership, and strong written and verbal communication skills help you collaborate effectively and contribute to scholarly publications. These skills ensure the successful execution of complex research projects, foster innovation, and support effective teamwork within academic or industry research environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Senior Mechanical Engineering Postdoctoral researchers when transitioning from academia to industry roles?

Senior Mechanical Engineering Postdoctoral researchers often encounter challenges such as adapting to faster project timelines, shifting from theoretical research to practical application, and learning to collaborate within cross-functional teams. In industry, the focus is typically on delivering results that have immediate business impact, which can be different from the more exploratory nature of academic research. Additionally, postdocs may need to develop new skills in project management, communication, and understanding of product development cycles to succeed and advance in industry settings.

What are Senior Mechanical Engineering Postdoctorals?

Senior Mechanical Engineering Postdoctorals are researchers who have completed their doctoral studies (PhD) in mechanical engineering or a closely related field and are engaged in advanced research, typically at a university or research institution. They often lead or collaborate on complex projects, supervise graduate students, and publish scholarly articles. This role is usually temporary and intended to provide further training and experience before pursuing a permanent academic or industry position. Senior postdoctoral researchers may also assist with grant writing and contribute to the strategic direction of their research groups.
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Sr. Mechanical Engineering

Sr. Mechanical Engineering

ATS Automation Tooling Systems

Souderton, PA • On-site

$105K - $139K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Sr. Mechanical Engineer, NCC Automated Solutions
Location: Souderton, Pennsylvania
Reports to: Director of Engineering, NCC Automated Solutions
We are looking for people who share our values.
People who love to innovate.
People who thrive on challenge.
People who love to create and own.
Sound like you?
Take your place among the best in the business and grow your career with NCC, and ATS Company. Join an environment where a passion for innovation combines with an uncompromised commitment to quality.
About ATS NCC:
NCC Automated Systems is a Full-Service Automation Systems Integrator with over 30 years of experience. Since 1986, NCC has successfully helped food processing, consumer packaged goods and OEM machine builders streamline and optimize their production with its system knowledge and industry experience with sanitary conveying equipment. NCC proudly manufactures in the U.S., in addition to integrating some of the world's best automation equipment solutions, we also offer in house mechanical and electrical design and manufacturing.
NCC merged with ATS Automation in September 2021. ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Founded in 1978, ATS employs over 6,000 people at 50 manufacturing facilities and over 75 offices in North America, Europe, Southeast Asia and China. Our unique track record of innovation and passion for excellence sets us apart as the world's leader in automation. This comes from years of experience in helping many of the world's most successful manufacturers with their new product launches, capacity expansions, and productivity improvement initiatives.
MAJOR DUTIES:
NCC is a leader in providing flexible engineered conveyor and automation systems for food processing and packaging environments. Our strength is providing turnkey, customized solutions, from a variety of equipment providers, including our own design and manufacturing team.
As we provide both standard and custom solutions for our customers, it is important that the Mechanical Engineering department consists of great talent, culture, and technological innovation to ensure quality products are being released to the manufacturing department.
Our projects have tight schedules and budgets and require close coordination between multiple departments. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will need to be creative, detail oriented and a strong communicator to ensure we deliver on time and to customer expectations. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will work regularly with Project Management, Engineering, Fabrication, and Assembly.
It is very important to realize that in a Project driven company, we run into unexpected technical challenges, changes in scope / schedule, and can require extreme flexibility, teamwork, and creativity to help solve challenges.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Participates in all Mechanical Engineering team meeting structures to properly support and improve the department.
  • Collaborates with Mechanical Engineering Manager and other Senior Mechanical Engineers as required.
  • System Engineering development such as supporting approval drawing processes, equipment interfaces, etc.
  • Mentor Mechanical Engineers (I and II) to develop and foster consistent designs and good manufacturing practices.
  • Coach, review, and delegate work within large projects
  • Research, plan, develop and design fabricated and purchased components to be used in equipment such as motors, gearboxes, bearings, structural materials, etc.
  • Create necessary production drawings such as detail, assembly, weldment, installation, and modification drawings.
  • Work within the ERP system to release Engineering Information to Manufacturing.
  • Support the Fabrication and Assembly departments in troubleshooting.
  • Travel to jobsites when required to gather any necessary information to execute project requirements.
  • Provide support for customers via phone, email, or web as required to troubleshoot designs and equipment.
  • Support the Innovation Center Team.

Key Result Areas:
  • Project budgets are maintained or beaten.
  • Project schedules are maintained or beaten.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal oversight from manager.
  • Mentorship of Mechanical Engineers (I and II)
  • High quality designs and drawings are released to manufacturing and assembly.
  • Ability to support continuous improvement initiatives while concurrently working on projects.
  • A positive team-based culture exists in the department overall.

Job Requirements:
  • Excellent SolidWorks Skills
  • Excellent 2D CAD Skills
  • Excellent in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Advanced Mechanical aptitude
  • Excellent verbal and written communications
  • Full Time in Office with occasional remote

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