Senior Mechanical Engineer in McDonald, Tennessee at AMAERO ADVANCED MATERIAL & MANUFACTURING INC

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to play a critical role in maturing our engineering practices and supporting the transition to scalable manufacturing. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in hands-on environments and enjoys designing and building robust systems from the ground up. You will contribute both strategically and technically as a subject matter expert in mechanical engineering as we industrialize our manufacturing operations by preforming engineering trades on manual vs automation. This position will report to the VP of PM-HIP Manufacturing and join a small engineering team focused on full-service manufacturing of PM-HIP components for a large and motivated customer base.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of engineering best practices at scale for a PM-HIP manufacturing line.
• Apply expertise in metal forming and joinery techniques to support production processes.
• Design and develop vacuum systems, including component selection, integration, and performance validation.
• Drive design for reliability initiatives, including failure mode analysis and predictive failure strategies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to ensure seamless product transition to production
• Be a mentor and a coach while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Candidates with fewer years of experience may be considered if they bring deep expertise in vacuum system design or metal forming, fabrication, and mechanical joinery techniques