Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at JMS Technical Solutions

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body data-spy="scroll" data-target="#bs-example-navbar-collapse-1" data-offset="90" id="home"> Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Our client in North Tonawanda, NY is looking to add a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to their growing team! 14th September, 2026 Our client, a well-established and highly respected engineering and manufacturing organization specializing in advanced energy management and motion control solutions, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team in Western New York. This is a full-time/direct hire/on-site position Salary for this role based on experience: Up to $120,000 The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will play a key role on a cross-functional engineering team responsible for the development of custom dynamic energy management systems. This position focuses on the mechanical and structural design of components used to control motion, absorb energy, and protect critical systems. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in mechanical engineering fundamentals, particularly damped harmonic motion, and enjoys solving complex problems where requirements may be incomplete or evolving. This role blends analytical engineering, hands-on design, customer interaction, and collaboration across internal teams. Key Responsibilities • Contribute to the design and development of complex dynamic energy management systems, including springs, dampers, and isolators • Analyze system inputs, responses, and performance using principles of statics, dynamics, kinematics, strength of materials, and fluid mechanics • Interpret customer application requirements and recommend engineered solutions, often with limited initial data • Perform detailed, bottom-up mechanical design for custom components • Create and maintain engineering documentation, including designs, analyses, and test results • Support bids, proposals, and project execution activities • Interface directly with customers, suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams • Assist with project planning, budgeting, and execution • Utilize CAD and CAE tools for design and simulation • Travel occasionally to support programs and customer engagements Tools & Systems • CAD: SolidWorks (3D modeling and detailing) • CAE: MSCOne (or similar FEA/FEM tools preferred) • ERP: Infor Syteline Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace preferred) • Strong communication and organizational skills • Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Solidworks) • Solid understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals Preferred Qualifications • 5+ years of experience in an Aerospace mechanical engineering or related role • Experience with dynamic systems, vibration, and damped motion • Background in strength of materials, kinematics, dynamics, and fluid mechanics • Experience with FEA/FEM and numerical modeling tools • Prior experience supporting aerospace, defense, structural, or industrial applications Additional Information • This position requires access to information and hardware subject to U.S. export control regulations • Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual based on race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. Apply For Job

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Our client in North Tonawanda, NY is looking to add a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to their growing team!
14th September, 2026
This is a full-time/direct hire/on-site position
Salary for this role based on experience: Up to $120,000
Contribute to the design and development of complex dynamic energy management systems, including springs, dampers, and isolators
Analyze system inputs, responses, and performance using principles of statics, dynamics, kinematics, strength of materials, and fluid mechanics
Interpret customer application requirements and recommend engineered solutions, often with limited initial data
Perform detailed, bottom-up mechanical design for custom components
Create and maintain engineering documentation, including designs, analyses, and test results
Support bids, proposals, and project execution activities
Interface directly with customers, suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams

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CAE: MSCOne (or similar FEA/FEM tools preferred)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace preferred)
Experience with dynamic systems, vibration, and damped motion
Background in strength of materials, kinematics, dynamics, and fluid mechanics
Experience with FEA/FEM and numerical modeling tools
Prior experience supporting aerospace, defense, structural, or industrial applications
Additional Information
This position requires access to information and hardware subject to U.S. export control regulations
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
We are an equal-opportunity employer.
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