Mechanical Engineer - Staff II or III - 9932

MSA Safety Inc. • Cranberry Township, PA • 7h ago

Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career.

At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We are a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world. We continue to be relentless in our pursuit of solving our customers greatest problems so they can go home safe each and every day.

Are you in? Read on for more details about this particular role.

Responsibilities

Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to define and maintain mechanical design requirements, support electrical engineering integration efforts, and drive solutions throughout the product lifecycle.

Perform detailed mechanical design, engineering analysis, and troubleshooting activities to support both new product development and sustaining engineering initiatives.

Lead sustaining engineering efforts by investigating product performance issues, identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions, and validating design improvements.

Define, execute, and analyze validation and verification test plans to ensure products meet performance, reliability, quality, and compliance requirements.

Design, develop, and maintain test fixtures, test rigs, and laboratory equipment to support product validation, qualification, and sustaining engineering activities.

Create and maintain accurate 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, bills of materials, and technical documentation in accordance with company standards.

Identify product and process improvement opportunities, develop business and technical justifications, gain stakeholder alignment, and validate implemented solutions to achieve expected outcomes.

Participate in Voice of Customer activities and provide recommendations for product specifications, features, and design improvements based on customer needs and field feedback.

Plan and coordinate project activities, manage priorities, meet project milestones, and deliver high-quality engineering work products.

Prepare clear, concise, and accurate technical reports, test summaries, engineering evaluations, and design documentation.

Present technical analyses, project updates, test results, and engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.

Conduct peer reviews and provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering co-ops, interns, and less experienced engineers.

Support intellectual property activities, including invention disclosures, patent evaluations, and patent application development as needed.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, reliability, manufacturability, and engineering processes.

Qualifications

Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Proven ability to multitask in a fast paced environment

Demonstrated ability to communicate with both internal and external customers on technical and non-technical matters

Creative problem-solving and a customer-based perspective

Solid verbal and written communication skills

Solid project management, interpersonal and analytical skills

Willingness to work in a hands-on manner

Proven ability to develop plastic products and components, including knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials and characteristics

Demonstrated ability to design equipment and electro-mechanical systems

Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office, SolidWorks, advanced analysis (FEA, Cycle Fatigue, Tolerance Analysis, etc.), and BOM management tools. Knowledge of third party testing agencies such as UL or CSA, and the role they play in the development of safety equipment

Knowledge of design for Manufacturing Assembly using automation

Proven ability to transform requirements into innovative solutions that creates significant value for both MSA and our customers

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects

Proven ability to read and interpret technical documentation relating to products and processes

Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

Knowledge of manifold design, gas delivery, vibration, shock, pneumatics, and control logic.

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or related discipline, preferably from an ABET-accredited program

This position is available at two different career levels based upon experience, education, etc.:

Staff II: 2 years relevant experience

Staff III: 3+ years relevant experience

MS degree may be substituted for up to 2 years of relevant experience.

Experience with SAP Engineering and manufacturing document control or similar MRP @type system

Education and Experience Preferred:

Experience with product reliability testing

Experience with (rapid) prototyping using different manufacturing methods

LI-GM1

Apply for this job online

Share on your newsfeed

MSA is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. As such, it is MSA's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of the person's age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, race, religion, gender, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran's status, genetic information, political affiliation, disabling condition, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. MSA also makes reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to perform a job unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship. If you are an

Similar Jobs

Advanced Technology Executive - Philly

Zones, LLC • Pittsburgh, PA • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

Advanced Technology Executive - Philly Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States Salary Range: USD 100000-120000 Annually Date Posted:Aug 18, 2026 Description Company Overview: When it comes to IT solution providers, there...

1h ago

Go to Apply

AI Engineer - 9830

MSA Safety Inc. • Cranberry Township, PA • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career. At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We are a purpose-driven company comm...

1h ago

Go to Apply

Associate AI Red Team Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

Pittsburgh, PA Full time 2024999 Who We Are SEI conducts research and development in software engineering, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and many other areas of computing, working to introduce private-sector innova...

1h ago

Go to Apply

Associate AI Red Team Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

1h ago

Go to Apply

AI Red Team Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

Pittsburgh, PA Arlington, VA Full time 2025000 Who We Are SEI conducts research and development in software engineering, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and many other areas of computing, working to introduce private...

1h ago

Go to Apply

AI Red Team Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA • 1h ago

IT & Engineering

1h ago

Go to Apply

Associate Mechanical Engineer

ZOLL Services LLC (on SAM site) • Pittsburgh, PA • 7h ago

IT & Engineering

CMS At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related ser...

7h ago

Go to Apply

Project Engineer (Mechanical) - 9201278822975_1

Gaven Industries Inc. • Saxonburg, PA • 7h ago

IT & Engineering

The Project Engineer is responsible for owning the mechanical designe and technical execution of assigned projects with a primary focus on RF-shielded cabinets, containers, and integrated enclosures. This role bridges pr...

7h ago

Go to Apply

A 2027 Engineering Accelerated Development Program - Rochester, PA

Sherwin-Williams Company • Rochester, PA • 7h ago

IT & Engineering

The Engineering Accelerated Development Program is "hosted" by the Global Supply Chain Organizational Development Department and employees will work out of our Rochester, Pennsylvania location and will begin the program...

7h ago

Go to Apply

Director of Engineering

MeteoViva Inc. • Pittsburgh, PA • 7h ago

IT & Engineering

Duties: The Director of Engineering will lead and integrate all architectural, engineering, and technical activities, by overseeing project design, budgets, contracts, and environmental compliance while establishing stan...

7h ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)