Job ID: TM912179318
Location: Fairfield, CT
Category: Engineering
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 04/10/2026
Senior Mechanical Lead Engineer | $100,000 – $135,000 + 15% Incentive | Direct Hire |West Haven, CT
What Matters Most:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical design and product development experience
• Strong proficiency with parametric CAD tools (SolidWorks, OnShape, or similar)
• Proven experience taking products from concept through production
• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical design and product development experience
• Strong proficiency with parametric CAD tools (SolidWorks, OnShape, or similar)
• Proven experience taking products from concept through production
Job Description:
A fast-paced manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Mechanical Lead Engineer to take ownership of product design and development from concept through production. This role is highly hands-on and execution-driven, ideal for an engineer who thrives in building, testing, iterating, and solving real-world engineering challenges. You will work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners to bring products to market efficiently while ensuring performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
Responsibilities:
• Lead mechanical design efforts from initial concept through production release
• Create 3D models and detailed drawings using parametric CAD tools
• Develop prototypes, conduct testing, and refine designs based on performance and usability
• Define materials, components, and manufacturing methods across fabrication and assembly processes
• Support existing products through troubleshooting, redesign, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive multiple projects forward with clear timelines and deliverables
• Manage engineering changes, documentation, and design revisions with structure and discipline
• Collaborate with suppliers and external engineering partners to support development and production readiness
• Develop and execute test plans to validate product performance and durability
• Conduct hands-on field testing and support validation processes
• Utilize AI tools to support design iteration, research, and engineering workflows
• Create 3D models and detailed drawings using parametric CAD tools
• Develop prototypes, conduct testing, and refine designs based on performance and usability
• Define materials, components, and manufacturing methods across fabrication and assembly processes
• Support existing products through troubleshooting, redesign, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive multiple projects forward with clear timelines and deliverables
• Manage engineering changes, documentation, and design revisions with structure and discipline
• Collaborate with suppliers and external engineering partners to support development and production readiness
• Develop and execute test plans to validate product performance and durability
• Conduct hands-on field testing and support validation processes
• Utilize AI tools to support design iteration, research, and engineering workflows
Other Qualifications/Requirements:
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or similar platforms
• Strong hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Experience collaborating with suppliers and external partners
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, build-and-test environment
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or similar platforms
• Strong hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Experience collaborating with suppliers and external partners
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, build-and-test environment
• Experience designing for manufacturing (sheet metal, welded assemblies, plastics)
Benefits and Perks:
• Competitive base salary plus 15% incentive target
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to work in a highly hands-on, innovative engineering environment
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to work in a highly hands-on, innovative engineering environment
Your New Organization:
You will join a fast-paced, technically driven manufacturing environment focused on delivering high-quality, production-ready products. The team values hands-on engineering, accountability, and individuals who can take ownership from concept through deployment while collaborating across functions.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network is a veteran-founded, family-owned talent solutions firm that partners with engineering professionals and leading organizations nationwide. We are committed to delivering thoughtful, high-quality career matches and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
