About the Company:
With over 60 years of proven success, our company is a leading independent manufacturer of standby and prime power systems. We serve a diverse range of sectors, including commercial, industrial, oil & gas, telecommunications, wastewater, military, and high-end residential markets. Our legacy of innovation, reliability, and service excellence positions us for continued growth, and we are looking for a high-impact Senior Engineer to join our team and help drive our future forward.
Position Summary:
Based in Elkhart, Indiana, the Senior Mechanical Engineer will play a pivotal role in supporting and advancing our product lines. This individual will be deeply involved in manufacturing support, new product development, product improvements, vendor coordination, field service, and CAD/design management. As a key technical leader, the Senior Engineer will work cross-functionally with engineering, production, quality, service, and supply chain teams to enhance operational efficiency and product performance.
This position offers a generous salary along with bonus opportunities, reflecting the impact and responsibility of the role within the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and support design modifications and continuous improvement of existing and new systems.
- Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for mechanical systems and production floor issues.
- Identify and implement lean manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Manage CAD design revisions and documentation; maintain accuracy of engineering drawings.
- Support new product launches including submittals, certifications, and customer technical documentation.
- Interface directly with key suppliers to resolve technical and quality-related issues.
- Respond to field service and customer support requests, including occasional on-site troubleshooting and repair visits.
- Improve shop floor work instructions and ensure accurate technical communication.
- Ensure compliance with UL 2200 certification standards; lead quarterly inspections and certification of new products.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering.
- Proficient in CAD tools (SolidWorks required) with the ability to generate and revise design files, drawings, and manufacturing instructions.
- Demonstrated ability to support manufacturing operations and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of UL 2200 standards and compliance testing is preferred.
- Strong communication skills written, verbal, and interpersonal.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Experience with SAGE 100 ERP is a plus.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Willingness to travel to customer sites for installation support or field issue resolution.
Personal Attributes:
- Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills across all organizational levels.
- Results-driven, with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects.
- High integrity, dependable, and committed to continuous improvement.
- Strong leadership presence with coaching and mentoring capabilities.
- Energetic and passionate about contributing to a high-growth manufacturing business.
Join Us:
If youre a driven mechanical engineer ready to contribute to a respected, growth-focused company in the power systems industry, we invite you to apply. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on a growing team, in a role that blends design, problem-solving, and real-world product leadershipwith the reward of a competitive compensation package and a 20-30k bonus.
