Principal Mechanical Engineer (Advanced Thermal Systems)

TL;DR

Principal Mechanical Engineer (Advanced Thermal Systems): Lead mechanical design, product validation, and quality engineering for complex industrial control components with an accent on precision drafting, GD&T, and manufacturing standards. Focus on developing 3D models and assemblies, conducting root cause analysis using structured problem-solving tools, and driving continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Location: Milwaukee, WI 53209 (onsite). U.S. Citizenship required. Up to 10% travel to supplier or manufacturing sites.

Salary: $99,800 - $120,600

Company

Engineering staffing firm placing talent in advanced manufacturing and industrial sectors.

What you will do

• Lead creation and management of 3D models and 2D drawings using PTC CREO, designing sheet metal parts, machined components, and assemblies with GD&T.
• Develop and execute part validation plans, perform root cause analysis for production issues using 8D, DMAIC, and Ishikawa tools.
• Manage CAD data, design releases in PTC Windchill PLM, BOMs in SAP, and oversee ECR/ECN processes.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma to improve product reliability, participate in PFMEA and Kaizen for DFM/DFMA optimization.
• Mentor junior engineers on drafting, GD&T, and validation; ensure compliant documentation.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Metrology on prototypes, trials, and validation.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from ABET-accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years in mechanical design, product, or quality engineering.
• Expert proficiency in CREO Parametric and Windchill; deep GD&T and assembly design knowledge.
• Experience in validation testing, inspection, and quality tools; strong SAP, Excel, and MS Project skills.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice to have

• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• Knowledge of metrology tools and inspection processes.
• Extensive supplier collaboration in manufacturing.

Culture & Benefits

• Major medical, dental, vision, 401k for assignments 13+ weeks.
• Statutory sick pay where required.
• Reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
• E-Verify participation; equal opportunity employer.