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ALTEN Technology USA

Mechanical Designer

Mukilteo, Washington, United States
Salary
$110k - $150k
Level
Mid

Not stated in the posting: work type, visa.

Open. First seen 21 October 2026.

About the role

ALTEN Technology USA's standard text

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

As a Mechanical Designer you will be responsible for;

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent relevant experience and registration.
  • Typically 3–10 years of aerospace or defense experience.
  • Solid understanding of multiple engineering technologies.
  • Proven experience leading the design of robust hardware.
  • Detailed knowledge of military and commercial design specifications.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD\&T).
  • Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design

Qualifications;

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent relevant experience and registration.
  • Typically 3–10 years of aerospace or defense experience.
  • Solid understanding of multiple engineering technologies.
  • Proven experience leading the design of robust hardware.
  • Detailed knowledge of military and commercial design specifications.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD\&T).
  • Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design

12 MONTHS+

Salary Range: $110k-$150k

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

MANDATORY FOR ALL REMOTE/HYBRID AND/OR CALIFORNIA, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, HAWAII, COLORADO, MARYLAND, CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, MINNESOTA, VERMONT, MASSACHUSETTS, NEVADA, NEW YORK, RHODE ISLAND, WASHINGTON STATE & CINCINNATI, OHIO, JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY, TOLEDO, OHIO BASED ROLES.

Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position. - OPTIONAL

ALTEN Technology USA's standard text

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

What this role asks for

Particular to this role

GD&T · SolidWorks

Rare in ALTEN Technology USA's other 183 open postings.

64% of this description is written for the role. The rest is ALTEN Technology USA's standard text, folded away below.

Compared with ALTEN Technology USA's other open jobs.

The team: Engineering HIRES STEADILY

This role is one of 115 open in Engineering. 43 were posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in November: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.

WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS

Python (20 of 115), GD&T (19 of 115), Embedded Systems (17 of 115), C++ (14 of 115), MATLAB (13 of 115), PCB Design (13 of 115), SolidWorks (12 of 115)

OTHER ROLES ON THIS TEAM

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Salary context

5 other open postings titled Mechanical Designer state a salary: median USD 68,000 to USD 93,600 a year.

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