Staff Mechanical Design Engineer (Hydraulics / Motion Systems / FEA/CFD)

Job Description Staff Mechanical Design Engineer (Hydraulics / Motion Systems / FEA/CFD)East Aurora, NY (Onsite) | Full-Time | Relocation Assistance AvailableDesign What Moves the WorldA leading advanced engineering organization at the forefront of precision motion control systems is seeking a Staff Mechanical Design Engineer to drive the development of next-generation electrohydraulic, electromechanical, and electropneumatic technologies.This is not a maintenance role—this is a build, innovate, and lead opportunity where your designs will directly influence high-performance systems across industries like flight simulation, energy, and industrial automation.What You'll Do:Lead the design and development of complex mechanical systems from concept through productionDrive new product innovation, including requirements definition, trade studies, and validationApply advanced engineering tools including FEA, CFD, and model-based designSolve high-impact engineering challenges across hydraulics, rotating machinery, and system dynamicsPartner with customers and internal stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable solutionsLead or contribute to design proposals, cost estimation, and technical documentationMentor and guide engineers while influencing technical direction across projectsWhat You Bring:Bachelor's (required) or Master's (preferred) in Mechanical Engineering10+ years of experience in advanced mechanical design and product developmentDeep expertise in:Statics & DynamicsHydraulics & Electromechanical SystemsStress, Fatigue & Performance AnalysisRotating MachineryFEA (Finite Element Analysis) & CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics)Model-Based DesignProven ability to operate with technical autonomy and leadership influenceExperience bringing complex engineered products to marketWhat's in It for You:$150K–$180K base salaryRelocation support availableStrong benefits package including:401(k) + match & stock programsComprehensive medical, dental, visionFlexible PTO & parental leaveTuition assistance & leadership developmentWhy This Role Stands Out:Work on high-impact, precision-engineered systems used in mission-critical environmentsJoin a team that values innovation, autonomy, and technical masteryClear path for technical career advancement at the senior levelInfluence products that reach diverse global marketsWhy Partner with Northwest Talent Solutions:At Northwest Talent Solutions, we do more than connect candidates to jobs—we align you to career-defining opportunities:Precision Matching: We deeply vet roles and candidates to ensure true alignment—not just keywordsSpeed to Opportunity: Direct access to hiring teams for faster interview cyclesCareer Advocacy: We position you for success with insight, preparation, and transparencyConfidentiality First: Your search is handled with discretion and professionalismInterested? Let's TalkIf you're ready to lead, design, and innovate at a high level—apply now or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.#MechanicalEngineering #StaffEngineer #Hydraulics #Electromechanical #FEA #CFD #ProductDevelopment #EngineeringLeadership #MotionControl #AdvancedEngineering #ManufacturingEngineering #Innovation #HiringNow #Relocation #EngineeringJobs #NorthwestTalentSolutions