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Mechanical Engineer (Solenoid)
Liverpool, NY, US
Engineering
Bachelors Degree
Full Time, Direct Hire
140000
Experienced (Non-Manager)
On-site
Aerospace and Defense
First Shift (Day)
Liverpool, NY, US
140000
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Full Time, Direct Hire
Aerospace and Defense
On-site
Engineering
Bachelors Degree
First Shift (Day)
Job details
Position: Mechanical Engineer
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop solenoid assemblies, electro-magnetic actuators, and related control devices for aerospace fluid-control applications
- Perform magnetic circuit analysis, coil design, force calculations, thermal analysis, and performance optimization
- Support new product development from concept through qualification and production release
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams to ensure product integration and manufacturability
- Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation
- Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for product performance or reliability issues
- Support prototype builds, testing, validation, and qualification activities
- Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on technical design requirements
- Participate in design reviews, FMEA activities, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with aerospace quality and regulatory standards
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline
- 5+ years of engineering experience in:
- Solenoid design
- Electro-magnetic device design
- Actuator development
- Motion control systems
- Solenoid design
- Strong understanding of:
- Magnetic circuit theory
- Electromagnetics
- Coil winding and wire selection
- Force/stroke optimization
- Thermal performance and power consumption
- Magnetic circuit theory
- Experience with:
- Solenoid valves
- Linear actuators
- Rotary actuators
- Latching solenoids
- Precision electro-mechanical systems
- Solenoid valves
- Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or NX
- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools for magnetic and thermal modeling (preferred)
- Ability to interpret aerospace specifications, drawings, and qualification requirements
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Aerospace or defense industry experience
- Experience designing products for harsh environments (vibration, temperature extremes, high reliability)
- Familiarity with hydraulic or pneumatic control systems
- Knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace development processes
- Experience supporting qualification testing and certification activities
- Exposure to MIL-STD or DO-160 requirements
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