Mechanical Engineer

Horstman Inc • Sterling Heights, MI • 2h ago

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Department: 400 Reports To:Director of Engineering FLSA: Salary - Exempt Prepared By:Human Resources HORSTMAN Horstman is a developer of high-performance independent suspension systems for both the defense industry and commercial markets. Horstman has a pedigree of developing innovative suspension solutions for both tracked and wheeled vehicles since the 1920's. Horstman is looking for driven technical engineers, interested in helping Horstman stay at the forefront of suspension technology for the next 100 years. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION The Mechanical Engineer (Project or Design Assignment) is a flexible engineering role supporting project-focused responsibilities and detailed design activities. Based on workload and customer program requirements, the engineer may lead project execution or perform hands on CAD design, analysis, and documentation. PRIMARY FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities may include: Lead engineering projects from concept through production, including requirements management, design reviews, and schedule tracking. Develop concept designs, feasibility studies, system trade analyses, and define performance targets aligned with customer needs. Design and package suspension systems, including new components, hydraulic features, structural parts, and integration of existing Horstman technologies into new vehicle platforms. Create and maintain 3D CAD models, detailed manufacturing drawings with GD&T, and Bills of Materials using SolidWorks, Creo, and MRP tools. Perform stress calculations, basic structural/FEA analyses, and select materials, hardware, seals, bearings, gears, and other components. Coordinate prototyping, testing, validation, corrective actions, and support manufacturing with released drawings, workflows, ECRs, and supplier interaction. Manage engineering data, file structures, and changes within SolidWorks PDM. Present project updates, technical data, and test outcomes to customers and internal teams, communicating milestones, risks, and next steps. Collaborate with senior engineering staff to develop new concepts and refine existing designs. BASIC REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's or Mechanical Engineering or related field. 5-7+ years of engineering experience in design, project engineering - a combination of both preferred. Strong CAD modeling and drawing skills (SolidWorks). Knowledge of mechanical systems for heavy commercial or defense vehicle applications. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficiency in MS Office. Ability to work effectively in either project-focused or design-focused roles depending on assignment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with suspension systems for wheeled or tracked vehicles. Knowledge of hydraulic power units, valves, tubing, hoses, and fittings. Experience with mil-spec hardware, procurement, and related process specifications. Material experience (stainless, tool steels, titanium, aluminum). Stress analysis experience and familiarity with manufacturing processes. Experience with damping valve tuning or system-level performance testing. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Occasional travel required (local, national, international) May be exposed to various outdoor weather conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, wind, rain and humidity Occasional exposure to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; risk of vibration *Moderate noise level when working in shop environment

Horstman Inc. US is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a government contractor. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion

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