Staff Engineer, Mechanical Engineering

Shure Incorporated

. Develop and oversee detailed electro-mechanical designs, layouts, testing, and evaluation of audio products and systems .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeNiles • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $124,800 - $212,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on audio product development, including proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, rapid prototyping techniques, and leading cross-functional teams. Capable of conducting detailed design evaluations and providing guidance to engineering staff.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering Degree3D CAD Solid ModelingRapid Prototyping TechniquesLeadership in Cross-Functional TeamsFluent in Spanish and/or Mandarin

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Hard Skills

Electro-Mechanical DesignTolerance AnalysisFinite Element Analysis (FEA)Design for Manufacturing (DFM)Design for Assembly (DFA)Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)Injection Molding DesignDie Casting DesignSLA Prototyping3D Printing

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsIndependent JudgmentCollaborative TeamworkGuidance to Less-Experienced Staff

Tools & Technologies

Siemens NXFloTHERM

Industry Keywords

Audio Product DevelopmentMechanical Design ReviewsEngineering Change ProcessFeasibility StudiesCost Estimates

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and oversee detailed electro-mechanical designs, layouts, testing, and evaluation of audio products and systems
Create fully defined 3D models and 2D documentation using CAD software
Validate designs using tolerance analysis, FEA, DFM, DFA, and occasionally CAE tools
Design components manufacturable through injection molding, die casting, machining, and sheet metal forming
Interact with in-house Tooling Engineers and external suppliers
Fabricate design prototypes using SLA, 3D printing, and model shop methods
Lead experiments to solve complex engineering problems and validate simulations such as FloTHERM thermal analysis
Perform feasibility studies and testing on new or modified designs
Participate in cross-functional product development teams
Prepare and conduct mechanical design reviews and peer reviews
Support production and manufacturing through the engineering change process
Provide work leadership and guidance to less-experienced engineering and technical staff
Prepare mechanical engineering studies, specifications, and cost estimates
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Minimum of 12 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering concepts involving wireless and/or audio product development
Experience contributing to the development of company objectives and standards
Experience with 3D CAD solid modeling software
Knowledge of Siemens NX preferred
Strong working knowledge of rapid prototyping techniques, including SLA, 3D Printing, and model shop methods
Ability to work on significant and unique mechanical design issues requiring evaluation of intangibles
Ability to exercise independent judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria
Ability to work effectively in a leadership role and collaborative, cross-functional team environment
Ability to complete new assignments and provide guidance to less-experienced engineering staff and internal customers
Strong communication skills and ability to prepare and give presentations to all organizational levels
Conversational use of Spanish and/or Mandarin helpful
Must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States
Shure will not sponsor work visas

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive rewards packages for full-time and part-time Associates working 24 or more hours a week
Comprehensive healthcare
Mental health plans
Retirement savings plans
Generous paid time off programs
Employee discounts
Professional development opportunities
Work-life balance initiatives
Employee recognition programs
Volunteering/community involvement opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Incentive pay program, varying based on individual and Company performance
Award-winning benefits package