Mechanical Engineer

Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to perform work related to mechanical design and verification of single board computers and rugged systems. Ideal candidates will have strong 3D modeling, drawing creation, and analytical skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical engineering work necessary to ensure X-ES products conform to provided specifications.

• Identify and resolve manufacturability issues; collaborate closely with senior engineers, program management, and manufacturing teams.


• Support development of new products through analysis-driven decision making.


• Communicate design status across departments and document engineering decisions clearly.


• Create and review complex 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using Creo.


• Review PCB layouts for mechanical fit, constraints, and integration within assemblies.


• Evaluate mechanical FEA (modal, shock, vibration, fatigue) and provide design recommendations.


• Execute design verification procedures; interpret test results and drive design improvements.


• Develop and maintain BOMs; resolve discrepancies through ECOs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.


• Three (3+) years of related engineering experience in a professional setting.


• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with both internals and externals.


• Experience with solid modeling and mechanical drawings.


• Ability to work efficiently and independently.


• Ability to work onsite from our facility located at 9901 Silicon Prairie Parkway in Verona, WI.

Desired Qualifications

• Five (5+) years of related professional engineering experience preferred.


• Strong proficiency in solid modeling and mechanical drawings (Creo preferred).


• Experience with programming or scripting languages (Python, MATLAB, etc.).


• Manufacturing and/or process engineering experience is a plus.


• Working knowledge of GD&T and DFM principles.

• Experience with simulation tools (ANSYS, Creo Simulate, etc.).


• Experience with vibration/shock testing, solder joint durability, or rugged electronics packaging.

• Experience with PCB-mechanical integration.

Compensation and Benefits

Extreme Engineering Solutions offers a competitive compensation package excellent benefits, including:

• No-deductible, low-copay group health and dental insurance (90% employer paid)


• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)


• Paid time off, plus eight paid holidays a year


• Safe Harbor 401(k) contribution


• Participation in the employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

X-ES also takes a casual, small-business approach to company culture. At our state-of-the-art office and manufacturing facility located in Madison’s growing tech corridor, there’s no formal dress code, flexible scheduling, and dedicated personal workspaces. Our employees kick back at regular company events and enjoy lunches from local pizza places and food carts. At X-ES, we strive to offer a comfortable, relaxed environment for our employees to do their best work.

About X-ES

When “rugged enough” isn’t rugged enough for embedded computing systems, industry leaders in the military, aerospace, industrial, and commercial sectors turn to Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES). Because we strive to be the premier provider of mission-critical embedded products while delivering exceptional levels of customer and employee satisfaction, we hire strong contributors and give them space to thrive. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees both drive and directly benefit from our success. Together, we meticulously design and build products that stand up to some of the most extreme conditions on the planet.

Extreme Engineering Solutions is located in the Madison, WI area. The company designs and manufactures rugged embedded computing solutions for a variety of applications. For more information, visit www.xes-inc.com.

Extreme Engineering Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by law.

All X-ES job postings and application procedures are posted in compliance with Section 39.08 of the Madison General Ordinances.