Mechanical Engineer
Salt Lake City, Utah (On-Site)
Full-Time | Exempt
Build Innovative Solutions That Power Critical Industries
At Cirris, a Komax company, we design and manufacture industry-leading cable and wire harness test systems used by customers around the world. Our products help ensure quality, reliability, and safety in industries ranging from aerospace and defense to transportation, medical, and industrial manufacturing.
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Custom Solutions team in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, developing custom solutions, collaborating across departments, and seeing designs move from concept to finished product.
As a Mechanical Engineer II, you will design, develop, test, and support mechanical systems, tooling, fixtures, and custom products that contribute directly to customer success and manufacturing excellence.
What You'll Do
- Design mechanical components, assemblies, tooling, fixtures, enclosures, and custom product solutions using SolidWorks and other engineering tools.
- Create and maintain engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and manufacturing documentation.
- Translate customer, product, and manufacturing requirements into practical and reliable engineering solutions.
- Develop prototypes and perform validation, verification, and performance testing.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues and identify root causes using structured engineering methodologies.
- Collaborate with Production, Quality, Sales, Supply Chain, and external suppliers to deliver successful project outcomes.
- Support installation, setup, commissioning, and enhancement of products, equipment, and manufacturing processes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, manufacturability, efficiency, and cost reduction.
- Help develop engineering standards, work instructions, and best practices.
- Stay current on engineering technologies, materials, manufacturing methods, and industry trends.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field, or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience.
- Approximately 1 to 3 years of mechanical engineering or mechanical design experience.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
- Knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, tolerancing, manufacturing processes, and testing methods.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with custom products, electromechanical assemblies, cable and wire harness equipment, tooling, fixtures, or manufacturing environments.
- Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM), root cause analysis, FMEA, validation testing, Lean manufacturing, or quality management systems.
- Experience working with suppliers or coordinating technical projects.
Why Join Cirris?
At Cirris, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, innovation-focused environment. We value continuous improvement, technical excellence, and employee growth.
Benefits Include
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Tuition Assistance and Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Discounts through Komax and Partner Programs
Work Environment
This position is based in Salt Lake City, Utah and requires regular interaction with office, engineering, production, and manufacturing environments. Occasional travel, including potential overnight and international travel, may be required.
Location Requirement
Candidates must currently reside within reasonable commuting distance of Salt Lake City, Utah, or be willing to relocate prior to their start date.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Cirris, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment process.
Join Cirris and help engineer the solutions that power quality, reliability, and innovation worldwide.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field, or equivalent education and applicable experience
- Approximately 1 to 3 years of mechanical engineering or mechanical design experience
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software
- Knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, tolerancing, manufacturing processes, and testing methods
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively
- Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
- Experience with custom products, electromechanical assemblies, cable and wire harness equipment, tooling, fixtures, or manufacturing environments
- Experience with design for manufacturability, root cause analysis, FMEA, validation testing, Lean manufacturing, or quality management systems
- Experience working with suppliers or coordinating technical projects
What We Do
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