Mechanical Engineer

As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether it is in the design and safety of new generations of cars, trucks and planes, or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products, VPG’s deep engineering expertise is making the world safer, smarter, and productive.

We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team as a Mechanical Engineer in Poestenkill, NY.

The Mechanical Engineer II designs mechanical components and assemblies to support R&D projects, product enhancements and existing products. Generates design documentation, assembly procedures, and manufacturing information. Assembles and tests R&D projects and first-build projects. Develops customer installation plans and layouts. Provide support to other engineering, service, and sales staff. Work products are completed with a moderate need for direction from management.

Here are some of the responsibilities of the position:

• Creation of mechanical designs and design documentation to support manufacture, assembly and field usage of the designs.
• Management of independent projects with moderate levels of supervision. Support of new manufacturing processes, machines, and enhancements.
• Maintenance of existing designs and design documentation to support ongoing product production.
• Support management of the company facilities.
• Assembly and testing of prototypes and first-build projects.
• Development of customer installation and site layout plans.
• Infrequent travel to customer sites for design troubleshooting and repair.

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering with a strong preference for Mechanical Engineering
• 2-5 years of relevant work experience
• Great aptitude and attitude
• Works well alone and as part of a great team

• Company sponsored benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance, disability and flexible spending account (FSA)
• Voluntary Critical Illness & Accidental Injury Insurance
• Company 401(k) Plan with 4% employer match (Employee/Employer Contributions 100% vested upon hire)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• The pay range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 per year depending on experience.