Summary
The Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for the design, development, analysis and technical support of the AC and DC air-cooled and oil-cooled generators within the design engineering department. This includes all phases of the project including but not limited to proposals, design, development, testing and qualification.
Job Location:Twinsburg, Ohio
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Leads or supports the mechanical design and integration of electromagnetic rotating machines (e.g., AC/DC motors, synchronous and asynchronous generators).
- Develops and validate mechanical components such as stators, rotors, laminations, end caps, bearings, and housings.
- Prepares detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and bills of materials for rotating machinery.
- Conducts mechanical analyses to optimize performance and reliability.
- Collaborates with electrical engineers to ensure seamless electromagnetic and mechanical integration.
- Participates in material selection, particularly for laminations, shaft, magnetic and structural components.
- Develops and supports qualification plans, prototype builds, and verification/validation testing (including core loss measurement, vibration testing, and environmental testing).
- Ensures all mechanical designs meet industry and SAFRAN standards (e.g., FAA, EASA, MIL-STD)
- Supports manufacturing, assembly, and troubleshooting of rotating machines on the shop floor; resolve technical issues.
- Contributes to root-cause investigations and corrective actions following test or operational failures.
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation in rotating machine design, manufacturing, and testing processes.
- Mentors junior engineers and provide technical guidance as needed.
- Adheres to all safety protocols and 5S guidelines
- Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture;
- Travel requirements:Occasional travel both domestically in the U.S. and internationally - < 10%
- Other duties may be assigned
- Evening/night hours may be required
- Extra hours may be required during business peaks
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education, Experience and skills:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience with mechanical design and support of electromagnetic rotating machines in aerospace or related industries.
- Strong proficiency in 3D CAD (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks), GD&T, and mechanical analysis (FEA tools such as ANSYS).
- Solid understanding of material properties relevant to electrical machines (magnetics, thermal, structural).
- Experience in testing and validation of generators, motors, or similar equipment.
- Knowledge of electromagnetic principles and how they intersect with mechanical design.
- Familiarity with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements (FAA/EASA, MIL-STD, DO-160, etc.).
- Effective communicator and team player, with proven problem-solving abilities.
- Proficient in MS Office
- Ability to interpret complex information and convey a simplified message to team members of varying technical expertise
Supervisory Responsibilities
List the supervisory responsibilities this position must perform; include the department or position titles responsible for and the level of authority exercised in performing the responsibilities.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of the position, this role will be regularly required to stand, walk sit, lift, use hands and fingers, handle and feel, reach with hands and arms and observe with naked eye or via various instruments.
- This role will occasionally be required to lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The work environment is mainly in office but depending on the phase of the project could be split between office and testing or production floor areas. The environment in some areas may requires wearing PPE or other equipment.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied
contract of employment.
This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security
based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or
otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed
by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may
vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected
status.
Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable
accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in
the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking
employment, please call : 330 321 4172. We will decide on your request for reasonable
accommodation on a case-by-case basis
