Senior Mechanical Engineer

AMETEK Level Measurement Solutions (LMS) is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team in Aurora, IL. In this role, you will lead the design, development, and validation of rugged mechanical systems and enclosures for precision level sensors used in industrial applications, including hazardous environments. You will play a critical role in both sustaining engineering and new product development, collaborating across disciplines to deliver robust and reliable solutions.

This is an opportunity to work on high-impact products in a collaborative environment within a global, growth-oriented company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of level measurement products, including sensor housings, pressure vessels, process fittings, and mechanical assemblies.
• Apply sound engineering principles to design for harsh industrial environments, including exposure to pressure, vibration, temperature extremes, and corrosive substances.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as ASME, ANSI, and industry-specific certifications (e.g., ATEX, IECEx, UL, CSA).
• Perform detailed design calculations, material selection, thermal and structural analysis, and tolerance stack-ups.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings, and bills of materials (using SolidWorks or equivalent).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical engineering, systems engineering, manufacturing, and quality to support prototyping, testing, and production release.
• Drive Design for Manufacturability (DfM) and Design for Assembly (DfA) principles early in the development process.
• Support regulatory testing, environmental qualifications, and failure investigations (including root cause analysis and corrective actions).
• Serve as a technical mentor to junior mechanical engineers and contribute to process improvements and design standards.
• Other duties assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 10-12 years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably in instrumentation, sensors, or ruggedized industrial products.
• Proven experience designing components for hazardous or regulated environments (e.g., explosion-proof or intrinsically safe equipment).
• Experience with design and fabrication of machined, cast, and molded parts.
• Familiarity with pressure-containing designs and ASME code requirements is a plus.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (preferably SolidWorks) and PDM/PLM tools.
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience with thermal, vibration, and FEA analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Salary Minimum: $120,000

Salary Maximum: $130,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

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