Mechanical Engineer

Location: Santa Ana

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About the role

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead in the design, development, and the implementation of innovative products and technologies. You will be responsible for driving mechanical engineering solutions from product feasibility through implementation into production by collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position combines strong technical expertise, creativity to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver high-quality products.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support mechanical design and development of new products and technologies.
• Lead mechanical design of product improvements for cost out or consolidation of similar technologies.
• Generate and evaluate engineering concepts, prototypes, and design alternatives.
• Performa engineering calculations, simulations, and tolerance analysis.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Conduct design verification, validation testing, and root cause analysis.
• Review and check engineering documentation, specifications and change requests.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Education, Experience & Skills:

• Required - BSME Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering or 10-years of experience in an engineering position performing the duties and responsibilities listed above.
• Desirable: Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.

Experience:

• 1+ years of mechanical engineering in rotating equipment product development, R&D, or advanced engineering environments.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams in a development environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal fabrication, casting, and assembly.
• Experience with engineering test methods, verification protocols, and data analysis.

What we offer you

• 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
• 401k plan with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
• Health savings account matching
• Motivating wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Gym reimbursement

Pay range: $85,000 - $115,000 USD

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
 

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