Engineering Jobs in Lexington Kentucky

Position Summary:

As a Mechanical Engineer you will play a crucial role in our dynamic engineering team. You will be responsible for designing, testing, and enhancing pneumatic and hydraulic products and processes to achieve project objectives. This position demands a combination of technical expertise, analytical skills, and collaborative teamwork to effectively drive product development and optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, test, and enhance pneumatic and hydraulic products and processes to meet project objectives and specifications.
• Develop custom valves utilizing SolidWorks, ensuring designs meet performance requirements from concept to production.
• Conduct thorough analyses and simulations to evaluate product performance and efficiency, applying engineering calculations and stress assessments as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project stakeholders, customers, and in-house technical staff, to ensure project objectives are met within budget and timeline.
• Liaise with vendors for technical information and specifications to support product development.
• Perform quality control tests and inspections to ensure products meet industry standards and customer requirements.
• Recommend modifications based on prototype test results and ensure the quality of finished products and raw materials.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and manuals, to support engineering processes and product lifecycle management.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to optimize product designs and processes.
• Discuss and resolve complex engineering issues with manufacturing departments, sub-contractors, suppliers, and customers.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, focusing on cost-effective product modifications to enhance safety, reliability, and performance.
• Over time - Provide coaching leadership for Engineering team with growth to Engineering Manager Role.
• Other: Other duties may be required as assigned by the Company.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Product Design Engineering, with a focus on pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a solid understanding of engineering calculations, stress calculations, and tolerance calculations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Must possess honesty, integrity, and dependability.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in fluid power technology, hydraulic cylinder design, OEM cylinder applications, and hydraulic system engineering.
• Familiarity with seal technology and selection, casting and fabrication processes, and military contracts.
• Knowledge of materials properties and prototyping/testing methods.
• Leadership experience to grow this role into leading a small Engineering team of 4-6 Mechanical Engineers.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Work is primarily conducted in an office and machine shop environment, requiring adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; may occasionally require lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform tasks that require manual dexterity and visual acuity, including using computers and technical instruments.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Structural Section Head Lexington, KY

 Structural Section Head, Professional Engineer License, Project Management, Business Development, MS Office

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Responsible for business development, financial success, and managing staff for the department at the local level.

Coordinate strategic growth plan with office managers and practice leaders

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program

Experience working with local clients at the county and state level

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.