Mechanical Engineer
2 - 5 years
Youngstown, OH
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
Company Description
Canfield Industries, Inc. is a leading American manufacturing company specializing in advanced technologies such as electrical connectors, linear actuator sensors, solenoid valves, custom circuit board assembly, and electronic design. With expertise in engineered solutions including custom plastic injection molding and insert molding, Canfield excels at integrating electronic and mechanical disciplines. Known for developing innovative solutions, the company serves diverse industries, offering advanced systems for the control of food liquids, water, inert gases, and oil. Operating under reputable brands like Canfield Connector, Spartan Scientific, and Gator Polymers, the company is committed to providing high-quality, integrated products to meet client needs.
About the Role Join Spartan Scientific (a division of Canfield Industries) and work on real, production-ready hardware .
This role focuses on the design and development of:
You’ll take projects from concept → testing → production , working closely with manufacturing, suppliers, and internal teams.
What You’ll Work On
What You’ll Do
What You Need
Nice to Have
Why This Role
Benefits
About Canfield Industries Canfield Industries manufactures products serving the fluid power, electronics, plastics, and industrial markets .
Canfield Industries, Inc. is a leading American manufacturing company specializing in advanced technologies such as electrical connectors, linear actuator sensors, solenoid valves, custom circuit board assembly, and electronic design. With expertise in engineered solutions including custom plastic injection molding and insert molding, Canfield excels at integrating electronic and mechanical disciplines. Known for developing innovative solutions, the company serves diverse industries, offering advanced systems for the control of food liquids, water, inert gases, and oil. Operating under reputable brands like Canfield Connector, Spartan Scientific, and Gator Polymers, the company is committed to providing high-quality, integrated products to meet client needs.
About the Role Join Spartan Scientific (a division of Canfield Industries) and work on real, production-ready hardware .
This role focuses on the design and development of:
- Solenoid valves
- Electro-pneumatic systems
- Fluid control products used in industrial applications
You’ll take projects from concept → testing → production , working closely with manufacturing, suppliers, and internal teams.
What You’ll Work On
- Direct-acting solenoid valves (2-way, 3-way)
- Air-piloted and media-separated valves
- Proportional flow control systems
- Custom valve assemblies
What You’ll Do
- Design parts, assemblies, and drawings (SolidWorks or similar)
- Improve product performance, reliability, and manufacturability
- Support prototyping, testing, and validation (pressure, flow, durability)
- Partner with manufacturing on DFM/DFA and production issues
- Troubleshoot design and field-related challenges
- Collaborate with electrical and cross-functional teams
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 3–5+ years of mechanical design or manufacturing experience
- CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred)
- Understanding of GD&T and manufacturing processes
Nice to Have
- Experience with valves, pneumatics, or fluid power systems
- Exposure to FEA or simulation tools
- Manufacturing environment experience
- Familiarity with ERP/PLM systems
Why This Role
- Hands-on engineering (not just desk work)
- See your designs built and used in real applications
- Small team = real ownership and impact
- Stable, ISO-certified manufacturing environment
- Opportunity for growth into senior/lead roles
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO + performance bonus
About Canfield Industries Canfield Industries manufactures products serving the fluid power, electronics, plastics, and industrial markets .
- Our Spartan Scientific division specializes in electro-pneumatic and fluid control solutions , producing high-quality components backed by ISO-certified design and manufacturing processes.
Skills
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing