Position Overview
MTEK is seeking a high-caliber Mechanical Engineer to join our team at the newly opened Byron facility. The primary objective of this role is take ownership of design and development of modular UL 2200 enclosures for Caterpillar and Cummins industrial power systems. These sophisticated packages integrate sound attenuation, fire suppression, UL142/UL2085 diesel base tanks, UL891 Switchboard, UL listed load banks, switchgear units and other essential equipment based on project requirement.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Design & Documentation
- Execute complex subsystem designs in SolidWorks/AutoCAD, prioritizing Design for Manufacturing and Assembly
- Develop production drawings, ensuring all technical documentation is accurate and optimized for manufacturing efficiency
- Develop and validate Bill of Materials (BOM) to ensure all components meet project specifications
Engineering & Optimization
- Ensure all designs are structurally robust and compliant with state/country building codes and UL regulatory standards.
- Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Independently manage multiple projects concurrently from the project release phase through final production
- Address mechanical design challenges to enhance performance, based on metrics such as weight, efficiency, cost, durability, reliability, ease of assembly, safety, etc.
- Contribute to the team through self-initiative, leadership, and collaboration to achieve new product development goals
- Participate in technical design reviews to evaluate and refine solutions
- Partner with external suppliers to optimize third-party components for MTEK’s specific design and performance requirements
- Collaborate daily with shop managers and departments to solve real-time engineering issues on the manufacturing floor
Qualifications
· Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
· Software Proficiency: SolidWorks (3D) and AutoCAD (2D); familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite.
· Technical Insight: Experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to Heavy equipment (cranes, plasma tables, press brakes).
· Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, keen attention to detail, critical thinking skill and excellent oral/written communication skills
The Ideal Candidate
· Independent Operator: Capable of working with minimal supervision and taking full ownership of project timelines.
· Critical Thinker: Demonstrated "outside the box" thinking when resolving complex thermal or structural discrepancies.
· Collaborative: Thrives in a cross-functional team environment, bridging the gap between engineering theory and shop-floor reality.
Schedule & Compensation
Full-Time (Monday-Friday), on-site. Will require to travel to Soperton Facility minimum one day of the week.
Competitive pay based on experience, plus benefits
About Us
Modutek International LLC (MTEK) specializes in the design and fabrication of modular, acoustically engineered housings for power generation systems. These enclosures are engineered to provide superior sound attenuation and comprehensive weather protection to safeguard essential equipment. By prioritizing structural integrity and performance, the equipment remains mission-ready during emergency contingencies or grid failures, regardless of environmental conditions. MTEK ensures that hospitals, data centers, and emergency facilities remain operational when the grid fails.
MTEK is headquartered in Soperton, Georgia in a 140,000 square foot manufacturing facility that is both rail served and close to Port of Savannah. In 2025, MTEK strategically expanded its footprint by commissioning a second manufacturing facility in Byron, Georgia. This expansion will significantly scales production capacity to meet increasing market demand and supports the company’s trajectory of sustained growth.
Pay: $53,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
