CommTech Services

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

About the company:

Full service, privately held and operated, ISO 9001 registered manufacturer dedicated to providing top quality metal stampings, sheet metal fabrications, assemblies, and finished products for a wide-range of products and industries.

About the job:

Need to find a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to oversee mechanical design and engineering initiatives across product development, tooling, and sheet metal manufacturing support. This role blends deep technical expertise with leadership to guide a team of engineers and technicians in delivering robust, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions, especially in precision environments such as sheet metal fabrication and stamping operations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead design, development, and implementation of mechanical systems, tools, and fixtures to support manufacturing.
• Oversee time studies, tolerance analyses, and design reviews to ensure manufacturability and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Quality) to resolve technical issues.
• Drive DFMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly), cost reductions, with structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Author technical specifications, engineering documentation, and test protocols.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Required:

• BS degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+years in mechanical design experience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of sheet metal turret / laser systems. Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD), PDM systems, and simulation tools.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional project teams from concept to production.
• Expertise in GD&T, materials selection, tolerance stack-up, and mechanical system integration.
• Strong analytical mindset and familiarity with SPC, FMEA, and root-cause analysis.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and mentoring skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with ISO/AS9100 environments and PPAP documentation.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.