Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

SR. MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

Warminster, PENNSYLVANIA

JOB REFERENCE ID: 25-06553

JOB TYPE: Direct Placement

LOCATION: Warminster, PENNSYLVANIA

PAY RATE: $110000 - $130000

POST DATE: June 17, 2025

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As Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll lead the end-to-end mechanical design and development of our packaging machinery. You'll translate product requirements into robust CAD models and detailed drawings, drive innovation/prototyping and testing, and partner with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Service, and Sales to bring machines from concept to production, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and cost targets.

Roles & Responsibilities

Concept & Detail Design: Create and revise 3D CAD models and 2D drawings for new machines and upgrade kits using SolidWorks.

Prototype Development & Testing: Oversee build of prototypes, plan and execute mechanical tests (structural, fatigue, performance)

Analysis & Validation: Perform FEA, tolerance stack-ups, and kinematic simulations to validate designs and identify failure modes

Design for Manufacturability: Collaborate with Purchasing and Manufacturing to select materials, define processes, and optimize components for cost and ease of assembly Documentation & BOM Management: Generate and maintain Bills of Materials, part specifications, assembly instructions, and maintenance manuals

Cross-Functional Support: Provide mechanical expertise to Service teams for field troubleshooting; advise Sales on configuration options and mechanical feasibility

Continuous Improvement: Establish and refine mechanical design standards, library of common components, and best-practice guidelines

Mentorship: Coach junior engineers and interns on CAD practices, analysis methods, and design review processes

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

7+ years' experience in machinery or equipment design, preferably in packaging or industrial automation

Expert proficiency in SolidWorks

Hands-on experience with FEA tools (ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation) and interpreting results Strong grasp of GD&T, material properties, and manufacturing processes (sheet metal, machining, injection molding)

Proven track record bringing products from concept through production launch

Excellent problem-solving skills, with ability to tackle ambiguous challenges and drive decisions Clear verbal and written communication; able to present technical information to varied audiences Core Competencies

Analytical Rigor: Break complex mechanical challenges into testable hypotheses and solutions Project Management: Plan, prioritize, and deliver multiple concurrent design projects on schedule

Collaboration: Build strong partnerships across Engineering, Manufacturing, Service, and Sales Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in CAD models, drawings, and documentation

Innovation Mindset: Continuously seek new materials, processes, and design approaches to improve performance and cost

Leadership & Mentorship: Guide and inspire junior team members, fostering technical growth and best practices

Benefits

PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan.

PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future.

Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.