Mechanical Engineer - Equipment Design (5 years exp)(Manufacturing)

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

At Superior Sales & Service, we design and manufacture specialized railroad equipment used around the world. We're looking for a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to take the lead in designing innovative mobile hydraulic systems in a hands-on, senior-level role that blends creativity with technical precision.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical control systems for mobile equipment.
• Oversee product installations and train production staff.
• Provide direct support to manufacturing and fabrication teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex product issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure quality and performance.
• Approve technical drawings and specifications.

What You Must Have

This is not an entry-level position. Candidates without the required experience will not be considered.

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical engineering experience in equipment design.
• Expert-level SolidWorks skills — this is a core requirement.
• Proven experience with hydraulic systems; familiarity with pneumatic and electrical controls.
• Experience with components such as engines, pumps, motors, and valves.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Familiarity with control systems like Parker IQan, Hydac, or Danfoss Plus One is a plus.

Preferred

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• 2 weeks paid time off
• All benefits available after a probationary period

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical control systems for mobile equipment.
• Oversee product installations and train production staff.
• Provide direct support to manufacturing and fabrication teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex product issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure quality and performance.
• Approve technical drawings and specifications.

What You Must Have

This is not an entry-level position. Candidates without the required experience will not be considered.

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical engineering experience in equipment design.
• Expert-level SolidWorks skills — this is a core requirement.
• Proven experience with hydraulic systems; familiarity with pneumatic and electrical controls.
• Experience with components such as engines, pumps, motors, and valves.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Familiarity with control systems like Parker IQan, Hydac, or Danfoss Plus One is a plus.

Preferred

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• 2 weeks paid time off
• All benefits available after a probationary period