Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Omaha, Nebraska

Job Type: Direct Hire

Work Model: 100% On-site

Compensation: $80,000 – $100,000 base + bonus

Benefits: Full benefits + relocation assistance

Openings: 1

Guarantee: 30 days

Role Snapshot

This Mechanical Engineer will join the Product Development team and play a hands-on role in the design, verification, validation, and risk assessment of new and customized products.

The role works closely with product development engineers, product management, sales and manufacturing to deliver new product development projects from concept through launch. Strong analytical, simulation, and design verification skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test mechanical products from concept to completion for custom customer applications

Process Engineering Change Orders to revise designs and support custom solutions

Perform mechanical design activities including modeling, drafting, prototyping, and testing

Support new product launches and transition designs from R&D to product platforms

Complete mechanical analysis and simulations to ensure design compliance prior to testing or manufacturing

Perform stress, durability, and fatigue life analysis on mechanical components and systems

Select materials and recommend appropriate manufacturing processes

Actively participate in building, assembling, and testing prototypes

Perform design verification and validation to ensure products meet specifications

Identify and mitigate product and project risks throughout development using structured methodologies

Support corrective action investigations and implementation of permanent solutions

Perform on-site inspections and support commissioning activities

Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (required)

3–7 years of mechanical engineering experience

Strong experience with design verification, validation, and risk analysis

Hands-on experience with simulation and analysis tools including FEA

Familiarity with APQP, FMEA, and structured product development processes

Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling software

Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical design requirements

Electrical or electronic exposure is a plus

Strong written and verbal communication skills