What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at ENVEA Global?
Mechanical Engineer
About Us:
Droplet Measurement Technologies, a wholly owned subsidiary of ENVEA Global, designs and manufactures world-leading scientific instrumentation for measuring cloud particles, aerosols, and precipitation. Our products are used by atmospheric researchers, climate scientists, and environmental agencies worldwide to better understand the atmosphere and improve weather and climate models. Based in Longmont, Colorado, Droplet is part of the ENVEA Group, a global leader in environmental monitoring solutions.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a talented and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary engineering team. This individual will play a key role in designing, developing, and sustaining our complex opto-mechanical systems used in airborne and ground-based scientific instrumentation. The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative R&D and manufacturing environment.
What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities):
- Design and develop precision mechanical components and assemblies for airborne and ground-based instruments.
- Perform thermal, structural, and vibration analysis to ensure product performance and reliability.
- Collaborate closely with optical, electrical, and software engineers to integrate subsystems into complete instruments.
- Create and maintain engineering drawings, CAD models, and bills of materials (BOMs) in accordance with company standards.
- Support manufacturing, assembly, and test teams during prototyping, pilot production, and sustaining engineering phases.
- Lead or support design reviews, root cause analyses, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Work with suppliers to source and validate mechanical parts, ensuring quality and performance.
- Contribute to documentation, manuals, and internal processes to support certification, production, and customer use.
What You Bring (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 3 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
- Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and PDM systems.
- Experience designing for manufacturability and working with machine shops and contract manufacturers.
- Familiarity with materials selection, thermal management, structural analysis, and vibration isolation techniques.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills; able to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.
Why Join Us?
At ENVEA and Droplet, you will be part of a mission-driven team committed to innovation and environmental stewardship. This is an opportunity to make a real impact, shaping the future scientists who are impacting climate change while introducing cutting-edge solutions that matter.
Travel Requirements
Expect to travel to our facilities in North America and Europe along with customer sites as needed.
