Machine Design Engineer II

Amentum

. Perform project assignments involving few complex features under guidance from senior engineers .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $82,000 - $108,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering with a focus on Machine Design, including proficiency in FEA and 3D CAD tools like Inventor or SolidWorks. Capable of analyzing complex mechanical systems and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive design packages.

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Machine Design ExperienceFEA Experience3D CAD ExperienceMechanical Engineering Analytical SkillsUS Citizenship

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Hard Skills

Machine Design ElementsKinematicsDynamicsStress/Strain AnalysisPower TransmissionGD&T/ASTM Y14.5Tolerance AnalysisStatic Stress-Strain AnalysisNatural Frequency AnalysisDesign for Assembly

Tools & Technologies

InventorSolidWorksAnsys

Industry Keywords

Fluid PowerPneumatic/Hydraulic CylindersValve Stand DesignBasic Machine InstrumentationScope ManagementSchedule ManagementBudget Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform project assignments involving few complex features under guidance from senior engineers
Analyze and evaluate results using techniques prescribed by senior engineers or supervisors
Complete well-defined tasks and solve problems involving a limited number of variables
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and calculations
Coordinate with designer/drafters
Review others’ work for techniques and technical approach when within area of expertise
Support interface development with structural, mechanical process, controls and instrumentation, and aerodynamics/fluid dynamics disciplines
Participate in complete design packages, including detailed drawings, calculations, and specifications
Work on multiple unique machine design projects as part of a multidisciplinary team

Requirements

What you’ll need

US citizenship is required to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations
A Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace from an ABET-accredited program
Minimum of Three (3) years’ relevant Machine Design experience
Knowledge of and experience with common machine design elements, including gears, bearings, belts, machine screws, chains, cams, linkages, gearmotors, and servomotors
Strong mechanical engineering analytical skills, including kinematics, dynamics, stress/strain, and power transmission
FEA experience in static stress-strain and natural frequency
Preferred: Design for small-scale fabrication and manufacturing
Preferred: Design for assembly and installation
Preferred: GD&T/ASTM Y14.5, tolerance, fits, and stack-up analysis
Preferred: Scope, schedule, and budget management
Preferred: 3D CAD experience, with Inventor or SolidWorks
Preferred: Design for fiber-composites manufacturing
Preferred: FEA thermal, non-linear, forced mode dynamics, and multi-physics analysis; Ansys preferred
Preferred: ASME B&PV Section VII, Div I & Div II
Preferred: Fluid power, including pneumatic/hydraulic cylinders, valve stand design, and P&IDs
Preferred: Basic machine instrumentation experience
Preferred: Installation support and supervision experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance