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Mechanical Engineer
Sulzer · Santa Ana, California, United States
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In short
The Mechanical Engineer will lead the design, development, and implementation of innovative products from feasibility through production. Responsibilities include performing engineering calculations, creating 3D CAD models, and conducting validation testing to ensure high-quality engineering solutions.
What they're looking for
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Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or possess 10 years of relevant engineering experience. The role requires at least 1 year of experience in rotating equipment product development and proficiency in manufacturing processes.
About the employer
Sulzer
Serving essential industries.
Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality through our responsive network of 160 world-class manufacturing facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2025, our 13’500 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.6 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN).
- INDUSTRY
- Machinery Manufacturing
- COMPANY
- Public Company
- FOUNDED
- 1834
- HEADQUARTERS
- Winterthur
- SIZE
- 10,001+
- OFFICES
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Questions about this role
- Is this Sulzer role remote?
- Tagged on site.
- What does it pay?
- The posting lists $85,000–$115,000 a year.
- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 2-5 years.
The posting, in full
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead in the design, development, and the implementation of innovative products and technologies. You will be responsible for driving mechanical engineering solutions from product feasibility through implementation into production by collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position combines strong technical expertise, creativity to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver high-quality products.
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Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
About the role
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead in the design, development, and the implementation of innovative products and technologies. You will be responsible for driving mechanical engineering solutions from product feasibility through implementation into production by collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position combines strong technical expertise, creativity to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver high-quality products.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
- Support mechanical design and development of new products and technologies.
- Lead mechanical design of product improvements for cost out or consolidation of similar technologies.
- Generate and evaluate engineering concepts, prototypes, and design alternatives.
- Performa engineering calculations, simulations, and tolerance analysis.
- Develop detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
- Conduct design verification, validation testing, and root cause analysis.
- Review and check engineering documentation, specifications and change requests.
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Education, Experience & Skills
- Required - BSME Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering or 10-years of experience in an engineering position performing the duties and responsibilities listed above.
- Desirable: Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
Experience
- 1+ years of mechanical engineering in rotating equipment product development, R&D, or advanced engineering environments.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary teams in a development environment.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal fabrication, casting, and assembly.
- Experience with engineering test methods, verification protocols, and data analysis.
What we offer you
- 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
- 401k plan with a 6% match
- Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
- Health savings account matching
- Motivating wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid parental leave
- Gym reimbursement
Pay range: $85,000 - $115,000 USD
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
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