Mechanical Engineer III

LACO Technologies is a leading manufacturer of cutting-edge vacuum and leak testing systems, serving industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and energy. Our commitment to innovation and quality ensures that we provide reliable and efficient solutions to our clients all across the globe. We are seeking a talented and highly experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of complex machine designs that drive our technology forward. The ideal candidate must be adaptive to various project sizes. Projects vary from complex turn-key automation machines to simple engineered solutions. The right candidate must exhibit the ability to be a quick learner and pick up the skills and expertise needed to be a successful engineer at LACO.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer III with extensive industry experience, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of precision mechanical systems for our vacuum and leak testing systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to create innovative design solutions that meet the unique needs of our customers. Customers that you will directly interact with turning their system requirements into state-of-the-art intelligent solutions. Working efficiently within LACO product teams and mentoring less experienced technical contributors

At LACO Technologies we strive to give our employees a great work-life balance. We offer our employees the opportunity to participate in a 9/80 work schedule giving our employees every other Friday off. This benefit, along with our flexible scheduling options and generous PTO offering makes LACO a company worth considering for employment.

LACO's customers are the likes of SpaceX, Apple, NASA, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed, Boeing, and Merck. We are a leading-edge technology company serving the Aerospace, Automotive, Medical/Pharmaceutical, and other technology industries. Come work where you will get a small company feel with big company opportunities, benefits, and technology.

At LACO we hire people who want more than a job. At LACO, our employees have careers working for a company that is innovative and looking to the future in Vacuum and Leak Testing Technology. Learn more about LACO Technologies here.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design & Development: Lead the design and development of custom machine systems including tooling and fixtures that interface with customer products using various software to support vacuum and leak testing systems.
• Project Management: Ability to manage large complex assigned projects with skills in both mechanical and electrical industrial automation.
• Collaboration: Work closely with customers and internal product teams to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
• Prototyping & Testing: Develop prototypes, performance validation testing, and refine designs to optimize performance and manufacturability.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive innovation by researching new materials, techniques, and technologies to enhance system performance and reduce costs.
• Documentation: Prepare detailed engineering drawings, technical reports, and user manuals to support manufacturing and maintenance.
• Compliance: Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations and customer specifications.
• Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with customers, internal engineers, and shop personnel. Working closely with our customers to make sure that their requirements, deadlines, and needs are met.
• Time Management: Ability to see the big picture but also manage the small details of various projects. Strong desire to put in the time necessary to ensure customer receives on-time delivery.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent solid modeling platform)
• An expert in automated machine design with demonstrated understanding and application of GD&T, material properties, and machining processes.
• Expert in electrical actuator, pneumatic cylinder, and servo sizing calculations.
• Architect of mechanical systems and systems of systems.
• Skilled in tooling mechanism design and application.
• Knowledge of vacuum and leak testing principles is a plus.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• PLC programming and HMI software a plus
• Ability to read, understand and create electrical schematics a plus.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial design, or a related field. (Master s preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience in complex machine design, with a focus on manufacturing equipment, vacuum systems, or leak detection systems.

Job Details

• Pay: $120,000 - $130,000 per year depending on experience.
• Shift: Monday through Friday regular business hours with some flexibility in your start and stop times. As well as the ability to participate in our 9/80 work schedule which gives you every other Friday off once eligible.
• Benefits: Generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, legal protection services, pet insurance, identity theft protection, cancer guardian, company-paid life insurance, and 401K with match, paid holidays, and a generous PTO (paid time off) plan of three weeks your first year, company paid continuing education opportunities including a tuition reimbursement program, periodic company parties, and lunches.
• Location: Salt Lake City
• Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EOE, including disability/veterans.

LACO Technologies: Creating Vacuum and Leak Testing Solutions