Sr Mechanical Engineer

Akkodis is recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a manufacturer in the Aurora, OH area. This is a direct hire position with a pay range of $80K annually to $115K annually depending on experience, education and location. Candidate with a mastery of first principles engineering to lead the structural, thermal, and manufacturing integration of next-generation power systems products. The ideal candidate will play a key role in solving complex technical challenges, ensuring every design is validated, optimized, and built to deliver uncompromising, long-term reliability for our Static Transfer Switches and Power Distribution Units.Key Responsibilities:Lead mechanical design and analysis activities for power systems products including Static Transfer Switches and Power Distribution UnitsDrive mechanical and thermal design by performing advanced FEA and CFD simulationsValidate analytical models through calculation, prototype testing and measurementOptimize 3D CAD models specifically for our vertically integrated manufacturing capabilitiesSupport sustaining engineering efforts to improve existing product designsEmbed industry standards into the physical geometry, ensuring operator safety and clearance constraints are fundamental design inputs rather than post-design checksDefine the parameters and provide technical support for 3rd-party testing to achieve and maintain industry certificationsDefine and support internal product testing parameters for both prototypes and final production unitsContribute to rigorous design reviews, establish internal engineering standards, and coach junior engineers in advanced analysis techniquesLead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and provide high-level technical resolution for complex field support issuesExperience, Skills & Education:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (PhD preferred)5+ years of experience in mechanical design and simulation for electromechanical systemsExperience with 3-D CAD tools (Solid Edge preferred) -- RequiredExpert in FEA and CFDProven experience with design for manufacturability and design for reliability in sheet metal and electro-mechanical assembliesStrong understanding of thermal management, heat transfer, structural mechanics, and vibration analysisHands-on experience with thermal and vibration testingFamiliarity with electrical power systems is a strong plusKnowledge of NFPA 70, UL, IEC, CSA, NOM or ANSI standards for power equipmentExcellent communication and documentation skillsAn active Professional Engineer (PE) License is highly desiredWork Location:Onsite in Aurora, OHif interested, forward resume to [email protected] Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledBenefits offerings include but are not limited toMedicalDentalVisionTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:· The California Fair Chance Act· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Created: 2026-05-14