About Us:
Det-Tronics is a $200M global technology leader in industrial life safety
solutions, specializing in high-end flame and gas detection and automation
control systems. As part of Spectrum Safety Solutions with 1,700 employees
across 20+ countries we serve mission-critical environments in oil & gas, clean
energy, marine, and infrastructure. Backed by Sentinel Capital Partners, we’re
driving innovation and growth across our portfolio.
The Opportunity
The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the mechanical design aspects of
New Product Development programs (NPD) and Sustaining products throughout their
entire lifecycle. The chosen candidate will own the mechanical architecture and
design execution, along with processes, tools, and metrics used for new product
development and on-going sustaining programs.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Contribute to mechanical strategic planning, concept generation,
architecture definition and translation to system/subsystem/component
definitions, with a focus on manufacturability, reliability, safety, and
sustainability.
2. Documentation of mechanical requirements with associated rationale(s) for
regulated products and test cases for sub system requirements.
3. Collaborate with other engineers and designers on requirements development,
product risk analyses, design and technical reviews, and other product
development deliverables.
4. Support project managers by providing work breakdown plans and task
estimates in support of project plans and schedules.
5. Effectively use tools and processes necessary to ensure traceability from
requirements to test cases.
6. Contribute to the development of resolutions to product mechanical-related
issues in development projects and manufacturing operations.
7. Follow development processes, perform technical reviews, ensure product
requirements comply with company standards, and properly document work
deliverables.
8. Work closely with technical and subject matter experts to ensure accurate
and complete use case coverage and regulation compliance.
9. Ensure that mechanical designs are rigorously documented, supported and
substantiated with analytical and/or numerical analyses e.g., FEA and
tolerance analyses, tested at different stages of development, and
controlled.
10. Establish (as needed), implement, and maintain written verification and
testing standards and policies.
11. Work closely with Approvals and Test Engineers to develop and execute
mechanical tests.
12. Develop and implement risk mitigating solutions
What You Bring
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
* 5+ years of experience with at least 3 years developing electro-mechanical
products.
* Experience using PTC Creo and Windchill (Solidworks)
* Due to contractual agreements, must be a US citizen, green card holder, or
permanent resident.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Advanced degree strongly preferred.
* Platformed product development desired.
* Strong mechanical discipline knowledge with experience in mechanical
engineering design analyses (particularly tolerance analyses and FEA) and
testing methods.
* Experience working with vendors in design for manufacturability in
die/investment casting, injection molding, machining, assembly, and
troubleshooting manufacturing defects in defective materials reviews.
* Knowledge of design practices, methodologies, tools, and instruments
preferably for regulated products. High hazard application (Industrial Life
Safety, SIL2, explosion-proof enclosure) knowledge is strongly preferred.
* Experience with functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508) and Functional
Safety certified is desired.
* Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaboration
with project stakeholders (Product Managers, Customers, and other Engineers).
* Skilled in collaborating with other engineers to distill market needs into
defined technical requirements, system/subsystem/component architectures, and
verification/ validation test plans.
* Demonstrated root cause analysis skills (Lean Six Sigma, 5 Whys, Ishikawa
diagrams).
* Experience with GD&T and ASME Y14.5 drawing best practices.
* Ability to work both collaboratively and independently on assignments to
foster continuous improvement of team functions and deliverables.
* Experienced with FMEAs and developing control techniques to mitigate risks.
* Self-motivated and demonstrated ability to support process improvement
activities.
* Must be able to perform essential job functions safely, and work within
established company guidelines.
Why Join Us?
* Work with a globally respected brand in life safety
* Influence strategic decisions at the executive level
* Drive innovation and transformation in a high-growth environment
* Enjoy development opportunities within a dynamic, private equity-backed
company
Benefits:
At Det-Tronics, we believe in taking care of our people. Our comprehensive
benefits package includes:
* Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with company
contributions
* Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, life and
disability insurance
* Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO), holidays, and flexible scheduling
options
* Professional Growth: Career development programs, training opportunities, and
tuition reimbursement
* Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness resources, and
global mobility support
* Ownership Culture: Participation in our Ownership Program, empowering
employees to share in our success
Ready to shape the future of industrial safety?
Apply now and join us in making every life safe and sound.