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Staff Engineer, Mechanical Analysis
Overview:
A Staff Engineer, Mechanical Analysis is responsible for evaluating the performance of structural and thermal systems under extreme loading and environmental conditions. The role will be integral throughout the development cycle to assess and inform product development and qualification. Initially using first principles (hand calculations, Excel & Python tools, etc.) to inform early design decisions, followed by high-fidelity modelling & simulation to as part of detailed design and verification phases.
Highly qualified candidates will possess an understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering design principles and will be able to ascertain whether designs match their intent. They will also take initiative, with a desire to learn and develop knowledge and skills.
This role will require strong communication skills, ideal applicants will be able to convey complex information to technical and nontechnical audiences.
Occasional light travel may be involved.
Job requirements:
- Master's degree in mechanical engineering (or a comparable field) preferred. Highly motivated, independent learners with a bachelor's degree will also be considered.
- 8+ years of experience (professional or otherwise) in the design, build, and/or test of mechanical kinematic systems or electronic enclosures.
- 2+ years of experience in the structural and thermal analysis of mechanical kinematic systems and/or electronics packaging in FEA (ANSYS preferred).
- Nonlinear structural & thermal (contact, friction, plasticity, phase change)
- Linear dynamics (modal, random vibration, shock response)
- Fatigue & thermal stress
- Ability to construct and evaluate kinematic models (ANSYS or Simscape preferred).
- Familiarity with fluid systems, particularly conjugate heat transfer.
- Familiar with behavior of metals and non-linear materials.
- Familiar with the design, development, qualification, and production of military or aerospace products and standards.
- Must be a US Citizen
Work Environment:
- Office position with occasional exposure to a typical manufacturing environment
This position is at our Parsippany NJ office location.
Pay Range:$137,000- $150,000
Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.
At Marotta Controls, we are committed to a fair, performance-driven compensation approach that promotes consistency across all levels of our organization. We ensure that pay decisions are free from bias, based on objective criteria, and are regularly reviewed.
Your level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.
Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation package for this opportunity, including incentive compensation and a comprehensive suite of premium benefits. These include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks. We value and reward employee achievements and host multiple engagement events each quarter to foster a strong, supportive workplace culture.
If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all of our openings at https://marotta.com/job-openings/
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Marotta Controls
paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k)
Feb 26, 2026