Mechanical Engineer III

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineer ready to design the future of food technology?

Blentech Corporation is a global leader in custom-engineered food processing systems.

For over 35 years, we have blended advanced engineering with sanitary design to build machines that power the world’s largest food brands.

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer III —a high-level individual contributor and technical leader—to join our team in Santa Rosa, CA.

The Role:

• Engineering at Scale As a Level III Engineer, you aren’t just making tweaks to existing designs; you are owning the engineering lifecycle for complex, multi-million dollar projects.
• You will design massive, high-torque systems involving heat transfer, material science, and advanced automation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Custom Machine Design: Lead the design and development of custom food processing equipment (cookers, mixers, and material handling) using SolidWorks.

Technical Analysis:

• Perform FEA (Finite Element Analysis), thermal calculations, and fluid dynamics modeling to ensure structural integrity and performance.

Project Leadership:

• Serve as the technical lead on large-scale projects, coordinating between sales, fabrication, and automation to ensure "on-time" delivery.

Sanitary Innovation:

• Apply hygienic design principles (3-A, USDA, EHEDG) to ensure equipment is safe for global food production.

Manufacturing Support:

• Collaborate directly with our on-site fabrication shop to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM).

Qualifications Experience:

• 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably in heavy machinery, industrial equipment, or food/pharma manufacturing.

Education:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required; MSME or PE license is a plus.

Software Mastery:

• Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks and PDM systems.

Specialized Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, power transmission (motors/gearboxes), and stainless-steel fabrication.

Communication:

• Ability to present complex technical concepts to both internal teams and global customers.
• We offer the stability of an established company with the agility of a custom design-built firm.

Direct Impact:

• Watch your designs move from the screen to the shop floor and eventually to global food facilities. 100% Paid Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums for the employee are 100% company paid.

Financial Growth:

• 401(k) with 4% company match after 6 months of employment.

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous PTO (5.66 hours accrued per pay period) and a collaborative, professional culture.

Compensation (DOE) Pay Range:

• $116,200 – $127,300 Full-Time: On-site in Santa Rosa, CA.

How to Apply If you are a driven engineer with a passion for excellence and a "go the extra mile" attitude, we want to meet you.

Please apply at https:

• //blentech.applytojob.com/apply with your resume , a portfolio of your work (if available) , and a list of professional references.
• This is an on-site position at our Santa Rosa office.
• You must be within driving distance.
• We do not accept recruiters or international applications. Powered by JazzHR