Mechanical Engineer II

Location: Rochester, NY, United States; occasional site visits and up to 20% travel may be required.

Salary: $97,000–$145,000 per year, plus potential annual incentive and/or long-term incentives.

Company

hirify.global operates an advanced manufacturing platform that takes products from concept to full-scale production across aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation.

What you will do

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies from concept through prototyping, testing, and completion.
• Create and maintain 3D models, 2D drawings, and manufacturing documentation using SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM.
• Perform engineering calculations, statistical analysis, thermal analysis, and FEA when applicable to validate designs.
• Lead design reviews, incorporate feedback, and support risk assessments including FMEAs.
• Evaluate design tradeoffs, research solutions, apply engineering standards, and collaborate with engineers, vendors, and clients.
• Mentor co-ops and early-career engineers while supporting project execution and occasional site visits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 4 years of mechanical design experience using SolidWorks and/or in manufacturing process or tooling design.
• Experience working within a SolidWorks PDM environment.
• Knowledge of tolerance stack-ups, dimensional tolerancing, and assembly fit selection.
• Hands-on experience developing manufacturing processes and defining process parameters.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills, including engineering calculations and statistical analysis.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, including PFDs and process work instructions.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice to have

• Experience with SolidWorks FEA, thermal analysis, or CFD tools.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, Lean, Six Sigma, or similar quality systems.
• Experience with project management software such as Microsoft Project.
• Exposure to AI tools that improve engineering design efficiency.
• Ability to support defense-related projects.
• Ability to travel up to 20% as needed.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on products across electrification, energy, and mobility while collaborating with experienced engineers.
• Employees share ownership and participate in the company’s financial rewards.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits.
• hirify.global is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodations during the application process.