Waltonen Engineering is actively seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team!
Responsibilities
- Work under the guidance of Waltonen Chief Engineer
- Develop designs for subsystems, components, and mounting provisions for various devices.
- Design subsystems and components related to hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, mechanisms, shock isolation to meet vehicle requirements
- Perform analysis of design and be able to apply engineering judgment in material selection, welding, and fabrication for mechanical components and complex welded brackets, mounting provisions
- Create drawing mark-ups, conduct tolerance stack analysis, and generate source data for engineering changes
- Provide technical support during prototype and production vehicle builds
- Work closely with Waltonen’s Design & Engineering teams to create impactful solutions for military vehicles
- Leverage expertise to enhance vehicle performance, durability, and safety in defense applications
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, mechanisms, and shock isolation
- Experience with design, integration, and analysis of mechanical components and mechanisms
- Understanding of the mechanics of materials, material selection, welding, and fabrication methods for mechanical components and complex welded structures
- Solid understanding of CAD software
- Only United States Citizens can be considered
- Must possess or be able to obtain security clearance
- Willingness to work overtime as needed, with the ability to adapt to fluctuating workloads
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in vehicle components and/or systems engineering.
- Familiarity with NX or Creo 3D CAD Software
- Knowledge of Teamcenter
- Proficiency with VisMockup
- Experience with defense/military vehicles (highly preferred).
All employees are required to work within the confines and responsibilities of the quality system.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Vacation and Holiday pay
- Employer matching 401K
- Overtime Pay: Time and a half after 40 hours
- Hybrid work schedule after 90 days for eligible positions
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Referral Program
- Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
- Off-site company events & Employee Luncheons
Who are we?
Founded in 1957 and proudly 100% U.S.-owned, Waltonen has deep roots in Warren, Michigan, and a strong commitment to supporting our local community. As a trusted engineering company, we serve the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries with precision, innovation, and integrity. Our team takes pride not only in the work we do, but in the positive impact we make—both in the industries we serve and in the community we call home.
Waltonen Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, weight, height, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, mechanisms, and shock isolation
- Experience with design, integration, and analysis of mechanical components
- Understanding of mechanics of materials and fabrication methods
- Solid understanding of CAD software
- United States Citizenship
- Ability to obtain security clearance
What We Do
Established in 1957, Waltonen is a full-service design and engineering company located in Warren, Michigan. Clients include OEMs and major tier one manufacturers and suppliers in the automotive, transportation, aerospace, defense, medical, and consumer product industries. The cornerstone of Waltonen's success consists of long-standing relationships with both its clients and its employees, complete product development lifecycle support, and a variety of innovative custom services. Its expertise with an emphasis on design, manufacturing systems, and advanced engineering makes Waltonen an engineering leader and ideal partner. DESIGN & ENGINEERING: Waltonen is ISO-9001-2008 certified and specializes in concept engineering, product development, and life cycle management, modeling and simulation, digital manufacturing, systems integration, mechanical design and program management. MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS: Waltonen leads the way with facility and equipment planning and assembly and transfer systems engineering, specializing in large complex engineering and design programs. QUALITY ENGINEERING: Waltonen can evaluate and analyze dimensional engineering, human ergonomics, CMM inspection, scanning, GD&T, tolerance, reverse engineering, fixture design and build. Waltonen’s experience, strength of commitment and depth of knowledge ensure the highest level of quality and value for its clients.
