Job Information
Akima Sr. Mechanical Engineer in Huntsville, Alabama
Work within a team of engineers to design, develop and deliver mechanical and electro-mechanical components, structures, and tools to support the overall products delivered for the US Government. Ensure all designs meet required specifications and meet all hazard and safety standards. Perform required analysis (tolerance, stress, thermal, etc.) on the mechanical designs, and adjust design(s) as necessary. Create 2D and 3D drawings required for the group, using appropriate software. Possess the ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings. Work with Engineering Group to test, qualify, install, and deliver equipment for the US Government.
Responsibilities
Applies engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment
Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
Confers with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications
Specifies system components or directs modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
Investigates equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew
Performs work under minimal supervision
Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required
5+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience, to include design, fabrication, and delivery of required designs
3+ years of experience working with various CAD software, to include but not limited to: Autocad and Solidworks
Experience with network and electrical diagrams
Experience using Visio for block and interconnect diagrams
Mathematical and analytical skills essential to incorporate concepts into mechanical designs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required
Must be a US citizen
Able to obtain a Secret Clearance award
Job ID
2025-16054
Work Type
Hybrid
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is not just another federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Pinnacle Solutions , the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, Pinnacle Solutions provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Pinnacle Solutions delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.
As a Pinnacle Solutions employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).