Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Relocation Assistance Available)

nationwide technical searchDayton, OH

yesterday

Occupations

Architectural and Engineering Managers Mechanical Engineers Engineers, All Other

Industries

All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Engineering Services Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing

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About the role

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Relocation Assistance Available) Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Relocation Assistance Available) Dayton, OHOnsitePermanent/Direct HireFull Benefits$130,000 - $170,000 base We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and grow our engineering team in a newly created leadership position. This role blends strategic team management and project oversight with a foundation in mechanical engineering. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in mechanical design, hands-on prototyping, and cross-functional leadership, with the direct drive and clear pathway to advance into an Engineering Director position within 1 to 3 years.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Strategy: Direct Management: Lead, mentor, and build a team of mechanical design engineers, fostering technical excellence and professional growth. Process & Strategy: Establish engineering best practices, standardize design workflows, and guide the long-term technical vision of the department. Leadership Advancement: Work closely with senior executive leadership to prepare for a transition into an Engineering Director role within 1-3 years.

Project & Operations Management: Project Oversight: Drive multiple concurrent engineering projects from initial concept through production release, ensuring alignment with deadlines, budgets, and quality standards. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary engineering liaison to quality, manufacturing, supply chain, and external stakeholders.

Technical Leadership & Product Development: Design & Qualification: Oversee the conceptualization, design, and qualification of complex mechanical systems and valves to meet stringent customer and military specifications. Prototyping & Testing: Direct hands-on prototype assembly, performance testing, and environmental qualification testing. Sustaining Support: Guide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives, continuous improvement, and re-design efforts for existing legacy product lines. Qualifications & Experience Required

Experience: Minimum of 7+ years in mechanical design engineering, with demonstrable growth into leadership or management roles. Leadership: Proven track record of managing engineering teams, leading cross-functional initiatives, or overseeing complex engineering projects. Technical Hardware Background: Direct experience with hands-on hardware development, assembly, and functional prototyping/testing.

Preferred / Highly Advantageous: Specialized Engineering: Direct design or management experience with mechanical valves, fuel valves, hydraulic systems, or electro-mechanical design. Industry Experience: Strong background in Aerospace & Defense products and familiarity with Mil-Spec standards. Manufacturing Focus: Deep knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Manager

Location

Dayton, OH

Occupation

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Industry

All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Posted

yesterday

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