Mechanical Staff Engineer (Oak Ridge, TN, US, 37831)

AMETEK is a leading global provider of differentiated electronic instruments and electromechanical devices. The Mechanical Staff Engineer provides technical expertise in the design and fabrication of mechanical assemblies that support new product development, working cross-functionally with hardware, software, commercialization, R&D, and manufacturing teams to deliver innovative, compliant, and manufacturable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Design & Product Development

• Design mechanical assemblies using machined, sheet-metal, and injection-molded components, with consideration for fabrication methods, manufacturability, and production requirements.
• Create detailed fabrication drawings for parts and assemblies using CAD tools.
• Communicate design specifications with suppliers and coordinate prototype part procurement.
• Build prototypes of newly designed systems and support product introduction into manufacturing.
• Develop training materials, documentation, and fixtures to support manufacturing readiness.

Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including assembly documentation, equipment specification, installation activities, and budget/time estimation.
• Collaborate with R&D engineers to ensure compliance requirements are met and product transitions are executed smoothly.
• Support procurement activities related to part obsolescence and supply chain challenges.
• Assist documentation control with engineering change requests (ECRs) and engineering change notices (ECNs).
• Contribute to manufacturing objectives through effective collaboration across teams.

AI-Enabled Engineering

• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to leverage AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and cost efficiency.
• Identify appropriate AI use cases within engineering workflows.
• Critically evaluate AI-generated outputs to ensure accuracy, quality, and suitability.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a similar discipline (required).
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience in mechanical design and fabrication.

Technical Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of machined parts, sheet metal design, and material selection.
• Knowledge of cryogenic and vacuum systems, including materials used in these applications, is a plus.
• Proficiency with the SolidWorks suite of products.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong hands-on experience with 3D printing technologies and materials.
• Good understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong hands-on mechanical skills, including the use of hand tools for drilling, cutting, tapping, bending, and similar fabrication activities.
• Understanding of electromechanical devices and their design and construction.

Professional Skills

• Effective communication skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines and maintain project schedules.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions and manage abstract variables.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and support manufacturing goals.

Working Environment

This role works closely with hardware, software, commercialization, R&D, manufacturing, procurement, and documentation control teams to support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives. The position requires a combination of hands-on engineering, technical problem-solving, supplier interaction, and cross-functional collaboration.

About the Business Unit

Advanced Measurement Technology (AMT), part of AMETEK’s Materials Analysis Division, is a global leader in high-precision measurement and detection solutions. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, AMT designs and manufactures advanced instrumentation for nuclear spectrometry, radiological measurement, electrochemical analysis, and electronic signal recovery. Our technologies enable customers in research, defense, homeland security, and industrial markets to solve their most complex challenges with accuracy and reliability.

AMT combines renowned brands such as ORTEC, Amptek, and Sunpower, delivering differentiated solutions for applications ranging from radiation detection and semiconductor analysis to cryogenic cooling systems. As a cleared defense contractor, AMT also supports U.S. government programs with custom products and services. With a strong culture of innovation and operational excellence, AMT continues to expand globally, leveraging decades of expertise to drive advancements in safety, security, and scientific discovery.

Visit us online:

• www.ametek.com

• www.ortec-online.com

• www.sunpowerinc.com

• www.ameteksi.com

• www.ortec-online.com/innoriid
• www.amptek.com