Mechanical Design Engineer - Espey Mfg. & Electronics : Job Details

Mechanical Engineer:

About Espey: Come join us at Espey, where we're shaping the future. As industry leaders in manufacturing high-quality power conversion solutions, we specialize in serving mission-critical military and rugged industrial sectors for use in the most harsh & severe environments. With over 90 years of experience, Espey is synonymous with innovation and reliability, providing essential power supplies and transformers that ensure the safety of our military personnel. As a publicly traded company on the NYSE (ESP), we're committed to excellence across all facets of our operation, from design and development to testing and manufacturing. Located in the vibrant city of Saratoga Springs, NY, just 30 minutes from the state capital and within easy reach of major metropolitan centers like New York City, Boston, and Montreal, Espey offers a unique opportunity to be part of something extraordinary. If you're ready to shape the future and embark on a fulfilling career adventure, join us at Espey. Let's build together!

About the job: Embark on a new career journey to shape the future as a Mechanical Engineer, where you will be part of a team crafting transformer and power systems destined for military and industrial products. Mechanical Engineers at Espey are responsible for designing, developing, testing, and overseeing the production of mechanical systems and components. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to innovate solutions and ensure that projects meet technical and functional requirements. Unlock your engineering skills and production finesse by orchestrating the creation of products that protect today's military.

Mechanical Engineer III Key Responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Responsible for the mechanical design of military grade systems including power transformers and other magnetic assemblies.
• Research, design, analyze and perform electro-mechanical layouts for high and low voltage electronic military and industrial equipment
• Design systems using SOLIDWORKS solid modeling software & ensure thermal and structural integrity of designs through extensive analysis using SOLIDWORKS SIMULATION FEA and SOLIDWORKS FLO SIMULATION CFD software
• Participate & lead design reviews and quality assurance activities to maintain high standards of product quality and reliability.
• Implement cooling designs utilizing liquid, natural convection, and forced convection
• Research and analyze data such as customer design proposal and specifications to determine feasibility of design or application.
• Responsible for the creation of component and assembly drawings, , bills of material, mechanical test procedures, and other documentation critical to the design, manufacture, and test of our products.
• Design and develop custom fixtures to assist in manufacturing, testing or qualification of units
• Plan and coordinate environmental testing, such as design verification or qualification
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (such as electrical engineers, manufacturing engineers, and product managers) to ensure project milestones and deadlines are met.
• Identify opportunities for design optimization, cost reduction, and process improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a mechanical engineer in an industrial setting
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the following categories: Structural frame design, electronics packaging, thermal analysis, structural analysis, & drafting
• Essential Functions include: frequently required to sit, talk, & hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to secure Government Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of mechanical engineering practices, theory, application, & design experience
• Proficient in use of 3D model software SolidWorks (or equivalent), Thermal/Structural FEA, and Mechanical Design of Enclosures and Electronic Assemblies.
• Comfortable navigating complexity, troubleshooting unique problems, attention to detail, critical thinking, innovation, and independence balanced with cross-functional partnerships, bias for action, & strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of basic electrical theory with a focus on packaging of electrical components, with magnetic theory a plus
• Deep knowledge of thermodynamics with a focus on component cooling
• Possess a strong understanding of operations management, production planning, customer contracts, supply chain, engineering, and manufacturing principles
• Experience in working in manufacturing or production environments
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Experience with magnetic assemblies such as transformers and inductors, or MILSPEC products for airborne, ground mobile, or Naval applications
• Experience with high reliability equipment and mechanical qualification such as shock and vibration

Perks at Espey:

• Pay Range $80,000 - $120,000 depending on depth of skills and experience
• Four – day work week
• Onsite required (Relocation provided)
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance with Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account & Health savings account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Watch your projects come to life! Direct engagement throughout the product lifecycle

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.