Job Description

Overview

The Mechanical Engineer will research, plan, and design mechanical and electromechanical products and systems, ensuring designs meet customer requirements and quality standards. This role involves leading activities related to fabrication, testing, installation, operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of customized products and equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Independently design and document large customized lead-lined enclosures, instrumentation systems, and electromechanical assemblies using SolidWorks.
  • Develop production-ready 3D models, 2D drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and supporting engineering documentation.
  • Evaluate customer requirements, specifications, drawings, and technical data to develop innovative, cost-effective engineering solutions.
  • Drive continuous improvement through design optimization, material selection, and process enhancements.
  • Support product development, manufacturing, and installation activities by coordinating with engineering, operations, suppliers, and quality teams.
  • Provide troubleshooting, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and engineering change management (ECR/ECN) support.
  • Lead or support testing, validation, tooling and fixture design, work instruction development, and field evaluations.
  • Promote operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure a safe, ergonomic, and environmentally responsible workplace while maintaining adherence to quality, safety, and company standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3–5 years of related engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and experience creating detailed mechanical designs, assemblies, drawings, and BOMs.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret technical specifications and engineering documentation.
  • Experience with manufacturing processes, engineering change management, quality systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IPC-A-610, J-STD standards, ESD controls, and FDA-regulated environments is preferred.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear work instructions and technical reports.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing, inventory, project management, spreadsheet, and word-processing software.
  • Proficient with standard electronic and mechanical test equipment, including calipers, multimeters, and power supplies.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to travel as required and support extended work schedules when business needs dictate.
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds and sit or stand for extended periods.

How this job compares in Florham Park, NJ

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across New Jersey currently run a median of $34/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $29–$40/hr across 155 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Florham Park, NJ

Florham Park, NJ is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across New Jersey as a whole we're tracking 214 other active welding openings from 138 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across New Jersey.

The most active employers in New Jersey at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Rhoads Industries (13), Gpac (10), and Department of the Navy - Agency Wide (7). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within New Jersey, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Camden at $41/hr, Northvale at $40/hr, and Wayne at $39/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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