Mechanical Engineer Role Summary The Mechanical Engineer will play a key role in the development of an innovative new medium-duty vehicle platform designed to advance clean, efficient, and intelligent transportation. This role focuses on vehicle structural, chassis, and mechanical subsystem development, supporting the complete product lifecycle from concept through production. The ideal candidate will have strong CAD design skills, a solid understanding of vehicle manufacturing and assembly processes, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and startup-like environment. This position is based at ENC’s headquarters in Riverside, California, and requires close cooperation with engineering teams in China as well as support for supplier selection and management both in the U.S. and internationally. Key Responsibilities • Design and develop vehicle structures, chassis systems, and mechanical subsystems for new medium-duty vehicles. • Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using SolidWorks (CATIA or NX a plus). • Ensure designs meet performance, durability, and manufacturability requirements. • Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure system compatibility and efficiency. • Support prototype builds, mechanical testing, validation, and issue resolution. • Participate in supplier sourcing, evaluation, and management in the U.S. and abroad. • Travel regularly to China to support and coordinate with China-based engineering team, review supplier capabilities, and oversee technical alignment. • Participate in and support vehicle certification and compliance processes (e.g., FMVSS). • Lead or assist in root cause analysis and design improvement activities. Qualifications Required: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. • 5+ years of experience in automotive, commercial vehicle, or mobility product development (EV experience preferred). • Advanced CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX). • Strong understanding of vehicle manufacturing processes, including fabrication, welding, plastics, composites, and final assembly. • Familiarity with automotive design practices, GD&T, and tolerance analysis. • Excellent communication and teamwork skills across cross-functional and cross-cultural environments. • Ability and willingness to travel internationally, including frequent travel to China. Preferred: • Experience with electric vehicle systems (battery enclosures, thermal management, or high-voltage components). • Familiarity with vehicle integration and system packaging. • Experience working with international suppliers, particularly Chinese OEMs or tier suppliers. • Prior involvement in new product development or startup environments is a plus. Skills and Attributes: • Open-minded and adaptable, with a strong desire to learn and contribute. • Hands-on problem solver with strong analytical and technical judgment. • Self-driven and capable of working independently while supporting a team environment. • Motivated by innovation and excited to contribute to the creation of a new vehicle platform from the ground up. ElDorado National California Inc. (ENC) is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. ENC takes affirmative action to employ and advance employment opportunities for minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We actively encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our team. ENC is also committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal access to opportunities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact HR Department for assistance. In accordance with California's wage transparency law (Senate Bill 1162), we are committed to pay equity and transparency. The salary range reflected on the job positing is our good faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. While we do not typically hire at the top of the salary range, initial offers are based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience, with opportunities for growth and increases over time. The hiring range for this position is $115,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year.
See More Details >>Mechanical Engineer II Salary: $85,000 – $105,000 Job Type: Full-time Location: On-site | Office environment with regular work in the manufacturing department About Us Sunset Vans is one of the largest mobility vehicle manufacturers in the U.S. As we continue to grow, we're seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer II to join our engineering team. This role focuses on process improvement, design compliance, and product quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We value problem-solvers with a lean mindset, technical acumen, and the drive to grow with the company. If you're passionate about engineering, continuous improvement, and making an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with the Manufacturing Plant Manager on design projects and compliance • Intentional focus on prioritized projects to support new designs • Lead limited-scope project designs, focusing on standardization and process efficiency • Generate and manage CAM files for wood routers, laser cutters, and CNC mills • Use SolidWorks to: • Design and iterate models and fixtures • Create detailed engineering drawings and documentation • Develop and maintain work instructions, BOMs, and SOPs • Manage document control for part revisions and design changes • Support validation efforts: define test requirements and interpret results • Conduct 3D scanning and reverse engineering of prototypes • Perform CAD file transfers and SolidWorks imports • Deliver complete engineering packages optimized for manufacturability • Maintain quality documentation: inspection reports, metrics, and non-conformance reports • Assist in audits and ensure adherence to internal and external quality standards (e.g., FDA) • Promote and support Lean Culture and continuous improvement in production and Fabrication • Coach Level I Engineer on product specifications and fundamental processes. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field • 3 years’ consistent experience in a manufacturing engineering role • Proficient in SolidWorks (including sheet metal, weldments, drawings) • Experience with CAM software (2+ years) • Strong understanding of engineering drawings and layouts • Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, small group presentations) • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) • Strong attention to detail and sound judgment • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment • Effective both independently and in a team setting Preferred Qualifications • Automotive industry experience or interest • Experience with: • Welding or fabrication • CNC, brake press, or tube bending equipment • 3D printing (e.g., Slic3R or similar software) • SolidWorks CAM or equivalent • Lean Six Sigma knowledge or training • Familiarity with regulatory compliance (FDA or similar standards) Software Experience Required: • SolidWorks (Assessment Required) • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) Preferred: • SolidWorks CAM or similar • V-Carve (2D router programming) • Laser cutting software (TubePro, TubeWorks, Cypcut) • 3D printing software (Slic3R or equivalent) • Artec Studio • OneDrive Compensation & Benefits • Salary: $85,000 – $105,000 • Benefits: • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Holiday Pay • 401(k) • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Equal Opportunity Employer Sunset Vans is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Relocation assistance • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. The power generation market continues to grow and evolve given strong capacity demand signals that haven’t existed for over a decade. As a result, our national Power Generation team is poised for monumental growth. We are seeking a qualified Senior Mechanical Engineer to help our clients develop, contract, and implement natural gas and potentially renewable energy generation projects while serving as Engineer of Record or Owner’s Engineer. Opportunities are available in these preferred locations: Austin, Ann Arbor, Boise, Bismarck, Billings, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver, Irvine, Fort Worth, Houston, Honolulu, Kansas City, Madison, Minneapolis, Missoula, Omaha, Phoenix, Portland (OR & ME), Richmond, Raleigh, Sacramento/Folsom, San Diego, Seattle, Spokane, St Louis, Syracuse. HDR is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our national Power Generation team. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be joining a highly capable, multi-discipline team that supports power and energy projects primarily within the utility, IPP, industrial, and institutional sectors. Primary duties typically involve leadership of the project mechanical team, coordination with other engineering disciplines, monitoring, and communication of project status, and providing mechanical engineering support for detailed design and owner’s engineer projects on both a technical and contractual level. Preferred candidates will have significant experience utility-scale power generation systems and equipment, and proven ability to plan, schedule, and lead design projects. Typical deliverables developed by this individual and/or their team include construction drawings, bid specifications, mechanical equipment sizing calculations, technical memos, bid evaluations, code reviews, feasibility studies, reports, and cost estimates. Significant experience with the design and specification of power generation systems for simple cycle, combined cycle, distributed generation, and RICE projects is preferred. Project roles will vary based on the size and type of the project, as well as the capabilities, experience, and preferred focus of the engineer. Project roles will typically consist of lead mechanical engineer and project engineering manager and may include project manager. Most tasks will be done in a collaborative manner involving engineers and designers from several other disciplines. Preferred Qualifications • BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university. • Minimum 15 years of experience in power generation design. • Gas turbine, steam turbine and/or large reciprocating engine experience or subject matter expertise. • Design experience with simple cycle and combined cycle power generation • Previous experience with an engineering power consulting or EPC firm desired. • Minimum 10 years of experience, ideally in the fossil power industry with a blend of design and owner’s engineer projects. • Have the ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments. • Excellent communication and analytical skills. • Willing to mentor less experienced engineers and EITs. • Proficient at working within an established schedule and budget • Position will include an expectation of less than 10% travel for meetings with clients and vendors as well as project site visits. , Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering • A minimum of 10 years of experience • Professional Engineers (PE or P.Eng) license • Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit) • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The targeted salary range for this position (based on experience and location) is $108,661 - $204,250. Primary Location: United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor Other Locations: United States-Texas-Round Rock, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem, United States-Oregon-Salem, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-California-Irvine, United States-Wisconsin-Madison, United States-New York-Buffalo, United States-Washington-Tacoma, United States-Nevada-Reno, United States-Colorado-Fort Collins, United States-California-Folsom, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-Montana-Bozeman, United States-Colorado-Durango, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Nevada-Las Vegas, United States-Montana-Billings, United States-Texas-Dallas, United States-Montana-Helena, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Virginia-Arlington, United States-Washington-Pasco, United States-Texas-Austin, United States-California-Claremont, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Oregon-Bend, United States-Missouri-St Louis, United States-Arizona-Tucson, United States-Arkansas-Little Rock, United States-Pennsylvania-Mechanicsburg, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Vancouver, United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs, United States-Wisconsin-Milwaukee, United States-Hawaii-Honolulu, United States-Maryland-Fulton, United States-Arizona-Phoenix, United States-Kentucky-Louisville, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-South Carolina-Greenville, United States-Illinois-Rosemont, United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-Tennessee-Memphis, United States-Montana-Kalispell, United States-Virginia-Richmond, United States-Washington-Gig Harbor, United States-Rhode Island-Providence, United States-Ohio-Cleveland, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-Florida-West Palm Beach, United States-Ohio-Columbus, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Kentucky-Lexington, United States-Kansas-Olathe, United States-Georgia-Pooler, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Missouri-Kansas City, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-Tennessee-Nashville, United States-California-San Jose, United States-New Jersey-Newark, United States-Florida-Pensacola, United States-New Mexico-Albuquerque, United States-New York-White Plains, United States-Minnesota-St. Paul, United States-California-San Francisco, United States-South Carolina-Charleston, United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Florida-Orlando, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh, United States-New York-Syracuse, United States-California-San Diego, United States-Virginia-Norfolk, United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-California-Riverside, United States-Nebraska-Lincoln, United States-Montana-Butte, United States-Florida-Miami, United States-Nebraska-Omaha, United States-New Jersey-Pennington, United States-California-Sacramento, United States-Connecticut-Rocky Hill, United States-New York-New York, United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-Virginia-Alexandria, United States-Michigan-Detroit, United States-North Dakota-Bismarck, United States-Maine-Portland, United States-California-Oakland, United States-North Dakota-Fargo, United States-New Jersey-Woodcliff Lake, United States-Florida-Jacksonville, United States-Illinois-Chicago, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-Idaho-Boise, United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-Texas-San Antonio, United States-West Virginia-Charleston, United States-Connecticut-Hartford Industry: Power Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Power Generation Job Posting: Jun 4, 2025 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Riverside, CA, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 65,166 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages averaging around $1,476 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with potential earnings exceeding $76,000 annually for experienced professionals.
