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Woodward, Inc. · 8 hours ago

Senior/Staff Mechanical Engineer - Technology Development (Fuel Systems)

Loves Park, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$114K/yr - $172K/yr

4+ years exp

Woodward, Inc. is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members and delivering energy control solutions for a clean future. The Senior/Staff Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for designing and optimizing mechanical systems, managing engineering projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams while mentoring junior engineers.

Consumer Goods

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design & Development: Create and optimize mechanical systems and components to meet performance and industry standards

Project Leadership: Manage small to medium-sized engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and resource coordination

Problem-Solving: Address complex engineering challenges using advanced principles and innovative solutions

Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (design, manufacturing, quality assurance) to integrate systems into broader projects

Mentorship: Guide and support junior engineers to enhance team capabilities and foster professional growth

Qualification

Hydraulic valve designFuel system designPump developmentElectromechanical device designPhysics-based modelingSystem-level thinkingTechnical communicationMentoringLeadershipProblem-solving

Required

US – Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS)

Greater than 4 years' experience in related field (for Senior position)

Greater than 8 years' experience in related field or entry level PhD degree (for Staff position)

Pump development experience

Expertise in hydraulic valve, fuel system, pump, and electromechanical device design

Strong understanding of system-level thinking and physics-based modeling

Strategic decision-making using trade studies and balancing tactical/strategic priorities

Proven ability to navigate conflicting or incomplete requirements

Leadership in mentoring engineering teams and supporting NPI initiatives

Effective technical communication and consensus-building with diverse teams

Knowledge of industry best practices and competitive market awareness

All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce

Benefits

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

12 paid holidays

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

Member referral bonus

Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts, Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Company

Woodward, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets.

Founded in 1870

Fort Collins, CO, US

10001+ employees