Senior Mechanical Engineer (Nashville Metropolitan Area)

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: South of Nashville, TN

Job Type: Full-time, permanent, onsite

Compensation: $130,000–$155,000 base salary, with some flexibility based on experience

Relocation assistance available

The Forum Group is partnering with an established industrial equipment manufacturer seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer.

This role has a strong emphasis on hands-on equipment development and manufacturing, alongside mechanical design. You’ll work closely with engineering, fabrication and assembly teams to develop machinery, resolve build issues and support equipment through testing and installation.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical solutions for new machinery and improvements to existing equipment.
• Work directly with manufacturing and assembly teams to troubleshoot issues and improve equipment performance.
• Create and review 3D models, engineering drawings and bills of material.
• Design components and assemblies for machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding and related processes.
• Perform structural FEA, tolerance analysis and design validation.
• Develop test procedures, evaluate results and recommend improvements.
• Work with suppliers on component selection and technical issues.
• Mentor engineers and designers.
• Support project schedules, budgets and engineering documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree with 5+ years.
• Experience developing complex machinery or automated equipment in an OEM or equipment manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of fabrication, machining, assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawings; Autodesk Inventor preferred.
• Experience performing structural FEA and evaluating mechanical performance.
• Familiarity with product data management systems.
• Ability to own projects and work directly with teams building and testing equipment.

Relevant backgrounds include industrial machinery, packaging equipment, conveyors, material handling and manufacturing automation.

Travel and Schedule

• Onsite position with up to 25% travel based on business needs.
• Occasional additional hours to support project deadlines.
• Candidates open to relocating are encouraged to apply.

Apply with your current resume for consideration.

The Forum Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.