Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

About Trotter Controls:

Trotter Controls is a world-class provider of aerial firefighting systems, telemetry systems, turnkey control systems, and automation equipment. We are a technology-driven company with a diverse engineering and manufacturing focus, including:

• Control systems design and fabrication
• Mechanical and automation systems
• In-house manufacturing technologies:
• • 3D printing
  • Laser welding
  • SMT & through-hole electronics
  • Traditional mechanical & electrical fabrication and assembly

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer / SolidWorks Designer to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for a self-motivated, technically proficient team player who thrives in a dynamic environment focused on both R&D and continuous product improvement. Be part of a high-impact team that designs and delivers cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the mechanical engineering team
• Assist in team coordination, task assignments, and project prioritization
• Mentor less experienced personnel
• Contribute to team output and act as a technical leader (player/coach role)
• Produce and review detailed designs, drawings, and models
• Oversee the design process and progress of others

Required Qualifications:

• Strong Mechanical Engineering background
• Ability to perform mechanical engineering analysis (structures and parts)
• Experience in:
• • Mechanism / machine design
  • Metal fabrication technologies (e.g., sheet metal, machining operations)
  • Design for manufacturability, time to market, and reliability
• Detail-oriented with experience in:
• • Mechanical designs, assemblies, and 3D models
  • SolidWorks for design work
  • FEA using SimSolid and SolidWorks

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

• Team player with a strong work ethic
• Positive, can-do attitude with a focus on continuous improvement
• Able to self-manage and prioritize tasks
• Responsive to technical requirements
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• • Ability to document engineering details and processes (Word proficiency a plus)
• Comfortable using or learning Microsoft Office tools (Word and Excel)

Preferred (But Not Required) Skills:

• Hands-on fabrication experience
• Automation experience
• Electrical/controls/systems experience
• AutoCAD experience
• Project management experience

Benefits:

• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employer-subsidized pre-tax health insurance
• Optional pre-tax vision, dental, and other insurance plans
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with employer matching

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