Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Relocation Assistance Available)

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Relocation Assistance Available)

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Relocation Assistance Available)

Dayton, OH

Onsite

Permanent/Direct Hire

Full Benefits

$130,000 - $170,000 base

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and grow our engineering team in a newly created leadership position. This role blends strategic team management and project oversight with a foundation in mechanical engineering.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in mechanical design, hands‑on prototyping, and cross‑functional leadership, with the direct drive and clear pathway to advance into an Engineering Director position within 1 to 3 years.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Strategy

• Direct Management: Lead, mentor, and build a team of mechanical design engineers, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
• Process & Strategy: Establish engineering best practices, standardize design workflows, and guide the long‑term technical vision of the department.
• Leadership Advancement: Work closely with senior executive leadership to prepare for a transition into an Engineering Director role within 1-3 years.

Project & Operations Management

• Project Oversight: Drive multiple concurrent engineering projects from initial concept through production release, ensuring alignment with deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary engineering liaison to quality, manufacturing, supply chain, and external stakeholders.

Technical Leadership & Product Development

• Design & Qualification: Oversee the conceptualization, design, and qualification of complex mechanical systems and valves to meet stringent customer and military specifications.
• Prototyping & Testing: Direct hands‑on prototype assembly, performance testing, and environmental qualification testing.
• Sustaining Support: Guide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives, continuous improvement, and re‑design efforts for existing legacy product lines.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Experience: Minimum of 7+ years in mechanical design engineering, with demonstrable growth into leadership or management roles.
• Leadership: Proven track record of managing engineering teams, leading cross‑functional initiatives, or overseeing complex engineering projects.
• Technical Hardware Background: Direct experience with hands‑on hardware development, assembly, and functional prototyping/testing.

Preferred / Highly Advantageous

• Specialized Engineering: Direct design or management experience with mechanical valves, fuel valves, hydraulic systems, or electro‑mechanical design.
• Industry Experience: Strong background in Aerospace & Defense products and familiarity with Mil‑Spec standards.
• Manufacturing Focus: Deep knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.