Safran · 1 day ago
Mechanical Engineer III
Twinsburg, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expSafran is focused on the design and development of advanced aerospace technologies, and they are seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to lead the design and technical support of air-cooled and oil-cooled generators. This role involves collaborating with electrical engineers, conducting mechanical analyses, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Leslie Willett
Responsibilities
Leads or supports the mechanical design and integration of electromagnetic rotating machines (e.g., AC/DC motors, synchronous and asynchronous generators)
Develops and validate mechanical components such as stators, rotors, laminations, end caps, bearings, and housings
Prepares detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and bills of materials for rotating machinery
Conducts mechanical analyses to optimize performance and reliability
Collaborates with electrical engineers to ensure seamless electromagnetic and mechanical integration
Participates in material selection, particularly for laminations, shaft, magnetic and structural components
Develops and supports qualification plans, prototype builds, and verification/validation testing (including core loss measurement, vibration testing, and environmental testing)
Ensures all mechanical designs meet industry and SAFRAN standards (e.g., FAA, EASA, MIL-STD)
Supports manufacturing, assembly, and troubleshooting of rotating machines on the shop floor; resolve technical issues
Contributes to root-cause investigations and corrective actions following test or operational failures
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in rotating machine design, manufacturing, and testing processes
Mentors junior engineers and provide technical guidance as needed
Adheres to all safety protocols and 5S guidelines
Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture
Travel requirements:Occasional travel both domestically in the U.S. and internationally - < 10%
Other duties may be assigned
Evening/night hours may be required
Extra hours may be required during business peaks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
7+ years of experience with mechanical design and support of electromagnetic rotating machines in aerospace or related industries
Strong proficiency in 3D CAD (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks), GD&T, and mechanical analysis (FEA tools such as ANSYS)
Solid understanding of material properties relevant to electrical machines (magnetics, thermal, structural)
Experience in testing and validation of generators, motors, or similar equipment
Knowledge of electromagnetic principles and how they intersect with mechanical design
Familiarity with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements (FAA/EASA, MIL-STD, DO-160, etc.)
Effective communicator and team player, with proven problem-solving abilities
Proficient in MS Office
Ability to interpret complex information and convey a simplified message to team members of varying technical expertise
Company
Safran
Safran is an international technology group with divisions in aerospace, defense, and security.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-01-02Post Ipo Equity
1999-04-01IPO
Leadership Team
Pierre-Antony Vastra
Safran Aerosystems - Executive VP, Communication and Secretary General (Safran Aerosystems)
Tinku Rasheed
Senior Director, Research & Technology, Product Engineering
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