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Sr Mechanical Engineer

States Manufacturing LLC

Dayton, MNFull-time$145–159K/yrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$145–159K/yr
Location
Dayton, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Master's degree

Job overview

States Manufacturing LLC is hiring a Sr Mechanical Engineer. The Sr Mechanical Engineer designs structures and bussing for switchgear, panel boards and electrical power distribution equipment, reviews customer specifications, uses 3D modeling tools, improves design processes, evaluates components, and provides technical leadership and mentorship while supporting product assembly and project coordination.

Key focus areas include Design mechanical structures and bussing for LV and MV switchgear assemblies., Review and interpret customer specifications and sales agreements., and Use 3D modeling software such as AutoCAD, PDM, and SolidWorks..

Important skills include AutoCAD, PDM, SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, Mechanical Test Equipment, and 3D Modeling Software. Preferred (not required): Communication, Leadership, and Continuous Improvement Mindset.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AutoCADPDMSolidWorksMicrosoft OfficeMechanical Test Equipment3D Modeling SoftwareLV and MV Switchgear DesignMulti‑Phase and DC Switchgear DesignStructural Trade‑Off AnalysisProblem SolvingCommunicationLeadershipCoachingProject ManagementContinuous Improvement MindsetMechanical Component EvaluationFabrication Parts Selection

Qualifications

College Education5+ Years Experience7+ Years Mechanical Design ExperienceProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseMaster's Degree in Mechanical EngineeringExperience With Complex Configurable ProductsBackground in Manufacturing EngineeringExperience Supporting Application Engineering or Sales Functions

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Job Duties

Description:

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, the Sr Mechanical Engineer will design structures and bussing for switchgear, panel boards and electrical power distribution equipment for safe, effective, and efficient operation of States Manufacturing products and processes while meeting and exceeding company quality and production standards and customer documentation and delivery requirements.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ideal candidate will have 7+ years of designing, or capable of designing, mechanical structures and bussing for LV and MV switchgear assemblies, developing and implementing engineering standards, complying with applicable codes and customer specifications within a project management structure to ensure workflow remains within schedule and budget requirements.

  • Review and interpret customer specifications and sales agreements and receive directions from mentors to create designs.

  • Experience using 3D modeling software such as AutoCAD, PDM and SolidWorks mechanical tools and libraries.

  • Improve the design process using standardized practices, tools and systems, improve the quality and productivity of the design and support process while reducing schedule and budget.

  • Evaluate and select mechanical components and fabrication parts for bussing systems, switchgear, panelboards and control panels.

  • 0-10% Travel

Required Skills and Experience

  • Experience designing multi-phase and DC switchgear, switchboards, panelboards in accordance with customer’s functional requirements for LV and MV equipment.

  • Support product assembly, manufacturing, testing and field service.

  • Provide project coordination and management for customer orders.

  • Support the creation of product and project quotes.

  • Establish and maintain internal, customer, and supplier relationships.

  • Experience using Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

  • Experience using PDM, SolidWorks, AutoCAD or other 3D design tools.

  • Experience using mechanical test equipment related to LV and MV product fabrication, structures and manufacturing processes.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and designers

  • Lead project teams and coordinate engineering efforts

  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred

  • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

  • Experience with complex, configurable, or custom-engineered products

  • Background in manufacturing engineering or production support

  • Experience supporting application engineering or sales functions

Key Competencies

  • Deep understanding of structural trade-offs (strength, cost, manufacturability, thermal performance, seismic considerations)

  • Strong problem-solving and technical decision-making skills

  • Excellent communication skills, including presenting design trade-offs to stakeholders

  • Proven leadership and mentoring capability

  • Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and quality

Benefits:

  • PTO/ESST

  • Paid holidays

  • $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance

  • Paid Weekly

  • Vision and Dental Insurance

  • 401K / Life Insurance / STD

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Requirements:

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Minimum Education Required

College

Minimum Experience Required

5 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$145,000.00 - $159,000.00 / Annually

Postal Code

55327

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

53248

Job Benefits

401K

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