Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a leading manufacturing company. This role is perfect for a professional with a strong background in mechanical design, equipment installation, and continuous improvement initiatives within production environments. The ideal candidate will be hands-on with CAD tools, comfortable collaborating on cross-functional projects, and focused on optimizing reliability, performance, and cost.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and improve mechanical components, assemblies, and production equipment to meet performance, quality, and safety standards.

• Create detailed drawings, specifications, and BOMs using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).

• Lead equipment installation, commissioning, and validation activities in partnership with maintenance and production teams.

• Conduct root cause analysis on equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve reliability.

• Perform tolerance analysis, material selection, and DFM/DFA for manufacturability and cost efficiency.

• Support NPI (new product introduction) by translating design requirements into production-ready solutions.

• Collaborate with quality and operations to ensure compliance with industry standards and internal procedures.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and maintenance schedules.

• Analyze performance data and recommend continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput and reduce downtime.

• Manage vendor relationships for custom components, tooling, and equipment upgrades.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering within a manufacturing environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

• Proficiency with CAD software and PLM/ERP tools; strong understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups.

• Experience with mechanical systems, pneumatics/hydraulics, materials, and failure analysis.

• Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and experience working with machining, fabrication, and assembly processes.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Ability to work cross-functionally with production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams.

• Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., ISO, ASME) and safety regulations.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills; capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $80,000 – $95,000 based on experience

To learn more about this position, please submit your current resume for immediate consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.