Senior Mechanical Engineer – Orlando, FL

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A major engineering group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical system design for large‑scale, high‑complexity projects. This role spans the full lifecycle — from blank‑sheet concepting to detailed analysis, modeling, documentation, installation, and commissioning.

You’ll work on advanced mechanical systems involving motion, loads, stress/fatigue, hydraulics, pneumatics, and safety‑critical components. Many projects involve automated systems and attraction‑style mechanical designs, making this a highly technical and highly creative engineering role.

What You’ll Do

• Lead mechanical system design from scratch — concept → modeling → analysis → documentation.

• Perform stress, fatigue, reliability, tolerance, and life‑expectancy calculations.

• Design mechanical components and assemblies using 3D modeling software (SolidWorks preferred).

• Conduct risk assessments, FMEA, and safety‑critical design reviews.

• Design redundant safety mitigations to increase system reliability.

• Integrate mechanical systems with automation, controls, and other engineering disciplines.

• Develop detailed documentation: descriptions of operation, design reports, test plans, maintenance plans.

• Design and troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications.

• Manage vendor scope and verify safety, functionality, and contract requirements.

• Support installation, commissioning, and off‑shift startup activities.

• Work across entertainment, manufacturing, and automated system environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or directly related discipline).

• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience.

• 3+ years designing mechanical systems from scratch or major redesigns (50%+ new design).

• Strong experience with 3D modeling (SolidWorks preferred).

• Knowledge of GD&T for large‑scale or high‑duty‑cycle systems.

• Experience with ASTM standards, safety engineering, or attractions industry preferred.

• Strong analytical skills: stress, fatigue, reliability, tolerance studies.

• Ability to work in multi‑discipline engineering teams.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office.

• Ability to travel up to 30% and work off‑shifts during commissioning.

• Comfortable working in office, industrial, and construction environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb, lift, push, pull, mount/dismount equipment.

• Clear speech, hearing, color perception, and manual dexterity.

• Frequent computer use and onsite presence.