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Senior Mechanical Engineer at Leviton Manufacturing in Melville, NY
ExperiencedOn-siteFull-timeMelville, NY$115k–$130k/yr
Job Description
About Leviton:
Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.
The future looks brighter than ever. Join our team now!
Salary Range: $115,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.
Overview: Our Commercial & Industrial Business Unit is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer. The Senior Engineer plays a key role in the design, development, and testing of complex mechanical components, systems, and equipment for both new and existing products.
Responsibilities: This position leads advanced mechanical engineering initiatives, mentors and trains engineering staff, supports continuous improvement, and researches and recommends new design tools, technologies, and engineering processes.
- Complete the product design, analysis, and development of mechanical components and systems, including detailed assembly drawings, part drawings, and engineering documentation from concept through manufacturing release.
- Conduct FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and incorporate customer feedback to strengthen product design and development.
- Develop technical documentation and electronic help files that support new product introductions and engineering workflows.
- Train and mentor engineers, provide technical leadership, and manage one or more engineering projects.
- Research emerging mechanical engineering technologies, recommend solutions to management, and oversee implementation of new tools and processes.
- Review, evaluate, and continuously improve departmental engineering processes and policies, with a focus on design optimization and development efficiency.
- Create and present multiple mechanical design concepts to cross‑functional engineering teams and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with Document Control to produce comprehensive design packages, including 2‑D drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs); ensure timely updates to documentation for existing products.
- Ensure system and product quality by designing effective testing methodologies and validation procedures.
- Test and evaluate finished products and system capabilities to verify performance and compliance with specifications.
- Confirm proper fabrication, assembly, and installation processes by reviewing manufacturing workflows and quality checkpoints.
- Develop and execute testing and validation plans, ensuring products meet reliability, performance, and safety requirements.
- Prepare detailed engineering reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing mechanical design data, performance metrics, and product trends.
- Analyze existing designs for engineering improvements, optimization opportunities, and troubleshooting.
- Research various mechanical engineering challenges, including component functionality, manufacturing processes, and materials.
- Verify that all design and project objectives comply with customer requirements and Leviton engineering standards.
- Strong project management and engineering leadership.
- Skilled in mechanical design, prototyping, and evaluation of injection‑molded plastics, metal stampings, die castings, and sheet‑metal parts.
- Creative, solution‑oriented problem solver for complex mechanical systems.
- Able to make independent engineering decisions with minimal guidance.
- Proficient in using engineering economic analysis to support technical and cost‑driven decisions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required
- 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience
- Strong background in mechanical design, high‑volume manufacturing, and automated or manual assembly processes
- Proficient in 3D CAD and technical drafting (SolidWorks preferred)
- Experience with PCB layout and electronics packaging
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and validation testing methods
- Experience designing consumer products and electro‑mechanical devices
- Skilled in advanced drafting terminology and symbols
- Up to 15%, including some international travel required
Comprehensive benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
- 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO
- Paid holidays
- Volunteer time off
For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits
Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.
The future looks brighter than ever. Join our team now!
Salary Range: $115,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
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