Product Development Mechanical Engineer

Location: Marietta, OH
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Starting Salary: From $60,000 annually, with higher compensation available depending on experience.

We are seeking a Product Development Mechanical Engineer to support the design and improvement of power distribution and power protection equipment. This position works with cross-functional teams to develop mechanical designs, build prototypes, support product improvements, and ensure products meet customer expectations, manufacturing requirements, and industry standards.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative engineer with experience in mechanical design, CAD modeling, and product development.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs and engineering documentation for new and existing power protection products, including Switchboards, Power Distribution Units (PDUs), and Power Panels.
• Work with engineering, production, supply chain, service, and other departments to deliver projects on schedule and meet design objectives.
• Participate in design reviews by evaluating concepts, recommending improvements, and implementing design changes.
• Create mechanical prototypes, support prototype fabrication, and lead design improvements based on testing and evaluation.
• Manage smaller engineering projects independently while coordinating required engineering activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to ensure products are practical to build and support throughout their lifecycle.
• Support engineering change notices (ECNs), product customization, lifecycle management, and continuous product improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and maintain accurate engineering documentation throughout the product development process.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of power protection equipment and data center applications.
• Understanding of electrical safety standards, including UL and IEC, as they relate to power distribution products.
• Minimum 2 years of experience using SolidWorks for 3D CAD modeling, including thermal and structural evaluation.
• Experience using PLM software is a plus.
• Knowledge of sheet metal design, detail drawings, assembly drawings, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.
• Experience with Switchboards, Power Distribution Units (PDUs), UL 891, and UL 508 panel designs.
• Experience designing or supporting engineering test fixtures is a plus.
• Technical writing experience is beneficial.

Skills for Success

• Strong mechanical design and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting project deadlines.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions and continuous product improvement.

What We Offer

Starting salary from $60,000 annually, with higher compensation available depending on experience.
Full-time direct hire opportunity.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Career growth and professional development opportunities.
Collaborative engineering environment supporting innovative power distribution products.