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Job Title:  Mechanical Engineer - LA

Location: 

Torrance, CA, US, 90502

Business Unit:  NSI-MI
Posting Date:  Oct 22, 2025
Job Description: 

About Us:

Join AMETEK NSI-MI Technologies, a trailblazer in RF measurement innovation, transforming aerospace, defense, satellite, and wireless industries. Our groundbreaking solutions, from turnkey systems to precision components, are crafted to surpass expectations and drive success. If you're eager to make a significant impact and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team, join us at NSI-MI Technologies and elevate your professional journey.

 

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly skilled mechanical engineer to lead the development of mechanical products, taking full responsibility for all phases of the project—including design, analysis, documentation, factory integration, and on-site installation. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical competence in structural analysis and machine design, along with demonstrated leadership potential.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Full project ownership: Oversee design, analysis, documentation, factory integration, and on-site installation of mechanical products.
  • Technical strengths: Structural analysis, machine design, and selection of precision drive components (bearings, gearboxes, encoders, servomotors).
  • Manufacturing focus: Optimize designs for cost-effective fabrication and integration of positioning systems.
    Analytical expertise: Proficient in strength of materials, static/dynamic/thermal analysis, and weldment design with safety considerations.
  • Certifications: Experience with product safety standards (e.g., CE) is a plus.
    Soft skills: Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership abilities; comfortable presenting and engaging with customers.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering (Required).
  • 5+ years of applicable experience
  • Solid foundation in mechanical engineering fundamentals
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD for complex mechanical systems (SolidWorks preferred)
  • Ability to generate detailed drawings using ANSI Y14.5 GD&T standards
  • Weldment design and documentation per AWS D1.1, D1.2, or equivalent standards
  • Experience with finite element analysis (FEA), including stress, safety margin, buckling, and modal analysis
  • Design of machine elements (bearings, fasteners, gearboxes, motors, gears, etc.)
  • Understanding of closed-loop servo system optimization
  • Knowledge of classical statics and strength of materials
  • Familiarity with precision machining and welding practices
  • Proven track record in complex product and system development
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
  • Due to the nature of NSI-MI Technologies’ programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.
  • Requires approximately 30% domestic and international travel.

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Master’s in mechanical engineering or equivalent
  • Product and complex system development experience.
  • Machine design, hands on machine assembly and onsite machine installation experience

 

What’s in It for You:

  • Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
  • Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance
  • 401(k), plus matching
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability
  • insurance, and family medical leave
  • Employee referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact
  • Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities

 

Location:

This position is located in Torrance, California. Torrance offers an exceptional quality of life with its blend of urban and suburban living. The city boasts beautiful parks, a variety of restaurants and coffee shops, and a lively cultural scene. With its close proximity to Los Angeles, residents enjoy easy access to big-city amenities while benefiting from a more relaxed, community-focused lifestyle

To learn more about our company and our job opportunities, visit us at: https://www.ametek.com/careers

To learn more about the business unit you’ll be joining, visit us at: https://www.nsi-mi.com/

Compensation

Employee Type:  Salaried
Salary Minimum:  $100,000
Salary Maximum:  $140,000
Incentive:  No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting.  The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.


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