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States Manufacturing Corporation

<div>Position Summary
The Senior Mechanical Engineer leads the design and development of complex E House structures for switchgear and related support equipment. This role focuses on structural integrity, thermal performance, manufacturability, and cost optimization of E House designs, including consideration of environmental and seismic requirements. The position provides technical leadership across cross-functional teams and drives continuous improvement in design standards, processes, and product performance.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Leadership &amp; Execution<ul><li>
Lead the design and development of E House structures and associated mechanical assemblies</li><li>
Ensure designs meet structural, thermal, environmental, and seismic requirements</li><li>
Drive design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) to reduce fabrication complexity and assembly time</li><li>
Serve as the technical authority for E House-related design decisions and risk mitigation</li></ul>
Structural Design &amp; Validation<ul><li>
Apply advanced structural design principles to E House structures, including:</li><li>
Framed structures and load-bearing systems</li><li>
Sheet metal and panelized assemblies</li><li>
Mounting, lifting, transportation, and anchoring systems</li><li>
Incorporate seismic design considerations, including load paths, anchoring, and structural reinforcement where required</li><li>
Perform or interpret analyses such as:</li><li>
Structural/deflection analysis</li><li>
Thermal performance evaluations</li><li>
Load, transport, vibration, and seismic force considerations</li><li>
Validate designs through testing and simulation to ensure performance under real-world conditions</li></ul>
Manufacturing Integration &amp; Cost Optimization<ul><li>
Design E House structures optimized for fabrication processes such as:</li><li>
Structural fabrication and welding</li><li>
Panel fabrication and integration</li><li>
Finishing and assembly processes</li><li>
Integrate advanced manufacturing techniques, including automated fabrication and robotics where applicable</li><li>
Lead cost reduction and value engineering efforts without compromising performance or quality</li><li>
Partner with manufacturing to improve production efficiency and reduce variability</li></ul>
Standards, Process &amp; Continuous Improvement<ul><li>
Develop and maintain E House design standards, best practices, and component libraries</li><li>
Lead Lean design initiatives and cross-site collaboration to standardize and improve design approaches</li><li>
Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and workflows</li></ul>
Cross-Functional Collaboration &amp; Application Support<ul><li>
Work closely with mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to resolve complex design challenges</li><li>
Support application engineering and Sales with E House configurations, scope definition, and cost estimating</li><li>
Participate in quoting, design reviews, and customer-specific customization efforts</li><li>
Ensure smooth transition from design to production</li></ul>
Team Leadership &amp; Mentorship<ul><li>
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and designers</li><li>
Lead project teams and coordinate engineering efforts</li><li>
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement</li></ul>
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering</li><li>
7+ years of experience in mechanical design of E House systems, enclosure systems, or similar large fabricated structures</li><li>
Demonstrated experience leading projects and delivering designs into production</li><li>
Strong expertise in structural design of large assemblies or enclosures and welded and fabricated structures</li><li>
Experience considering environmental and seismic design requirements</li><li>
Experience in a leadership role (project or team lead)</li><li>
Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field</li><li>
Experience with complex, configurable, or custom-engineered products</li><li>
Background in manufacturing engineering or production support</li><li>
Experience supporting application engineering or sales functions</li></ul>
Key Competencies<ul><li>
Deep understanding of structural trade-offs (strength, cost, manufacturability, thermal performance, seismic considerations)</li><li>
Strong problem-solving and technical decision-making skills</li><li>
Excellent communication skills, including presenting design trade-offs to stakeholders</li><li>
Proven leadership and mentoring capability</li><li>
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and quality</li></ul>
What Success Looks Like<ul><li>
Robust, manufacturable E House designs delivered on time and within budget</li><li>
Designs that perform reliably under operational, environmental, and seismic conditions</li><li>
Measurable improvements in fabrication efficiency and cost reduction</li><li>
Standardized and scalable design practices</li><li>
Strong collaboration across engineering and manufacturing teams</li><li>
Development of team capability and technical expertise</li></ul></div>

Sr Mechanical Engineer

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Sr Mechanical Engineer