Senior Mechanical Engineer I

Responsibilities

Our talent team is representing a confidential hardware organization in their search for a Senior Mechanical Engineer I based in Kassel, Hesse. In this role, you will take technical ownership of mechanical systems and assemblies from concept through production.

You will:

• Own mechanical system and subsystem development across the full product lifecycle
• Design durable mechanical solutions for fixed, portable, and mobile systems
• Develop housings, structures, and mounting concepts with focus on thermal performance, weight, stiffness, and environmental robustness
• Apply structural and thermal simulation (FEA, thermal analysis) to guide design decisions and validate concepts
• Take a hands-on role in prototyping, testing, and iterative design improvements
• Solve real-world hardware problems by identifying root causes and implementing practical, robust solutions
• Work closely with electrical, RF, and systems engineers on mechanical-electrical integration
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners on DFM/DFA, material selection, surface treatments, and production processes
• Support qualification activities including temperature, shock, vibration, and environmental testing
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to engineering guidelines
• Act as a technical mentor, sharing knowledge and experience within the engineering team

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Several years of experience in mechanical design and system integration for complex hardware products
• Strong background in mechanical design for harsh or regulated environments
• Experience with structural and thermal simulation tools (e.g., SolidWorks Simulation, Ansys, or comparable)
• Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks or equivalent) and production-ready technical drawings
• Strong hands-on skills and confidence working with workshop tools and prototypes
• Practical understanding of manufacturing processes and design for production
• Proven problem-solving mindset, comfortable debugging real hardware issues
• Experience supporting knowledge sharing, reviews, or mentoring within an engineering team
• Clear communicator who enjoys ownership, collaboration, and technical depth

Work arrangement: This is a hybrid position based in Kassel. The client requires in-office collaboration Tuesday through Friday, with remote flexibility on Mondays.

How We Work with You

When you apply through Get A Job.ai, a recruiter from our team will review your profile and conduct an initial screening. If there's a strong match, we will submit your candidacy to our client for consideration. Please do not contact the client directly—all communication will be coordinated through our recruiting team to ensure the best experience for you.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process with our recruiting team.

Equal Opportunity: Get A Job.ai is committed to inclusive hiring practices. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification listed.