Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Applications Engineer

The Mechanical Applications Engineer develops and analyzes mechanical systems, equipment and documentation, while supporting sustaining product lines and cross-functional engineering initiatives to provide support to sales and improve safety, quality, performance, and cost efficiency. The Application Engineer's role involves interaction with multiple departments, which requires strong communication skills.

Location:

Hatfield, PA (Onsite)

Salary Range: $85,000-110,000 plus bonus opportunity

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Benefits

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

Your Challenge

• Concept designs of mechanical systems and equipment by conducting analyses, experiments, predictive analytical examinations, and reconciliations between expected and actual results. 3-D CAD modeling and Sales drawing creation. Provide pricing and lead times to Sales. (40%).
• Prepare documentation, test reports, and engineering drawings to ensure visibility, traceability, and alignment across engineering and manufacturing environments. Structuring BOMs and production routings in ERP system (30%).
• Assist in building, debugging, and testing new/modified equipment while defining safety standards and operational procedures to ensure reliable production performance (15%).
• Provide technical support for failure investigations, bid responses, and cross-functional engineering activities contributing practical and innovative solutions to technical challenges (15%).

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 6+ years of experience in mechanical design, equipment development, and engineering analysis.
• Experience in performing cost and manufacturing time analysis for product modifications.
• Experience designing and testing mechanical systems, machinery, packaging, and production equipment.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (Inventor/AutoCAD), FEA (NASTRAN), and analytical mechanical analysis methods.
• Ability to interpret engineering data, analyze discrepancies, and develop practical design improvements.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and record keeping skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across engineering, sales, and production teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, problem solving, and supporting engineering initiatives.

Who We Are:

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright EST Group specializes in the design and manufacture of highly-engineered tube plugging products and repair services for shell and tube heat exchangers, condensers, coolers and chillers. Our flagship product, Pop-A-Plug Heat Exchanger Tube Plugs, are the industry's leading technology for plugging leaking and degraded heat exchanger tubes. EST Group also engineers and manufactures GripTight test and isolation plugs to greatly simplify and expedite pressure testing and/or isolation of piping, tubing, valves, pressure vessels and a multitude of special applications.

To learn more visit: Home | Curtiss-Wright EST

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

For US Applicants: EEO is The Law - click here for more information.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.