Associate Engineer, Mechanical Design

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Date: Apr 17, 2026

Location: Maple Grove, MN, US

Company: Celestica International LP

Req ID: 135168 
Region: Americas 
Country: USA 
State: Minnesota 
City: Maple Grove (Onsite)

Summary

The Associate Engineer, Mechanical Design develops new mechanical systems/modules and maintains existing designs. The Engineer in this role will be responsible for researching mechanical concepts and creating system solutions using 3D modeling and simulation software and complete calculations and test, validate, and qualify their systems and make adjustments as needed. The Engineer may provide support throughout the manufacturing process of the mechanical system they have designed.


The Associate Engineer, Mechanical Design works with cross functional teams of other engineers, customers, supply chain and project leadership to ensure robust and high quality product development. Enhance designs with feedback from reviews in areas such as manufacturing, test, supply chain, reliability, industrial design and simulations.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

  • Work as a team member who understands/interprets technical problems and provides technical support.
  • Solve assigned problems under guidance of more senior engineers.
  • Prepare calculations on the proposed solution before completing technical drawings.
  • Design, modify and implement systems that meet customer and Celestica needs. E.g. Sketch and draw up designs using input from other engineers, requirements and input from design review (DFx) team.
  • Create designs in line with company procedure, regulations and client standards.
  • Submit drawings to management, engineering teams and customers for review.
  • Use customer feedback and data to improve product designs.
  • Prototype products in the lab using additive manufacturing equipment and other tools.
  • Conduct tests and analysis in the lab, documenting work appropriately.
  • Provide support during the manufacturing process.
  • Finalize designs and documentation per the Quality Management System (QMS).
  • Follow the Celestica Maple Grove (CMG) QMS.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

  • Experienced in Office Operating Systems like Google or Microsoft
  • Experience in solid modeling design tools, eg. SolidWorks, Creo
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability and willingness to be proactive, take initiative, drive change and provide solutions
  • Strong team player with impeccable work ethic
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
  • Minimum 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 scale (B+) (Transcript to be provided)

Physical Demands

  • Duties of this position are performed in a combined lab and office environment.
  • Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. 
  • Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
  • Occasional travel may be required up to 10%

Typical Experience and Education

  • Entry level to 2 years
  • Bachelor degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or Aerospace Engineering, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary Information

The stated range includes Base Salary and target Short-Term Incentive (STI) compensation only. A comprehensive benefits package is offered in addition to this range.

The range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including but not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.

 

Salary Range: $55,000 - $75,000 USD

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

 

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.
Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law. 


This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world's best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.

 

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

 

This location is a US ITAR facility and these positions will involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, Celestica will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.


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