Senior Mechanical Engineer - New Product Development

About the role

Join us at Entrust

At Entrust, we’re shaping the future of identity centric security solutions. From our comprehensive portfolio of solutions to our flexible, global workplace, we empower careers, foster collaboration, and build solutions that help keep the world moving safely.

Get to Know Us

Headquartered in Minnesota, Entrust is an industry leader in identity-centric security solutions, serving over 150 countries with cutting-edge, scalable technologies. But our secret weapon? Our people. It’s the curiosity, dedication, and innovation that drive our success and help us anticipate the future.

About the role

Join a skilled team of mechanical engineers who develop systems for printing and personalizing credit cards, passports, IDs, and more. Work on cross-functional teams to create impactful products. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will collaborate with other engineers and guide designers to achieve project goals. The products involve various printing technologies and components like injection-molded plastic, sheet metal, machining, rubber molding, power transmission, DC motors, lasers, and sensors. This role is based onsite to support hands‑on design and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Understand product requirements and develop solutions
• Use theoretical calculations and analytical methods to develop and support mechanical concepts
• Apply sound engineering judgment to solve technical problems
• Apply strong understanding of design for manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality parts.
• Review or create part drawings, solid models and bills of material
• Lead design reviews
• Work with suppliers to produce parts
• Prototype, test, and iterated on designs
• Provide project, people, and team leadership
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• 5+ years of product development experience
• 3D solid modeling experience
• General use of PC applications
• Must be able to lawfully work within the US and have unrestricted work authorization for US

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using SolidWorks 3D CAD program
• Experience working with mechanical and electromechanical products
• Experience with injection-molded, plastic-part design
• Experience with sheet metal, machined part design
• Experience with Matlab and Simulink
• Power transmission design experience
• Experience designing products for volume production
• Mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Leadership skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented, deadline driven, self-directed and organized individual
• Ability to excel in highly interactive team environment
• Commitment to learning and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off (PTO), holidays and volunteer time.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Company paid life and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Flexible work environment supporting work–life balance.
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups

Where you will be: Minneapolis, MN, working in‑office Monday through Friday.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re excited by the prospect of innovating, growing your career, and collaborating in a dynamic environment, Entrust is the place for you. Join us in making a difference. Let’s build a more secure world—together.

Compensation Range

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $94,046-$137,933 per year (in the primary posting location). Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location, education, skills and experience. This position is also eligible for the company’s discretionary annual incentive plan.

In addition to your pay, Entrust offers eligible colleagues and their dependents comprehensive health and well-being programs which include medical, vision, dental, a generous 401(k) matching contribution, life and disability insurance, mental health coaching, virtual fitness programs, paid personal time off plus 12 paid holidays, parental leave and education reimbursement. Please speak with the recruiter for more details.

Note: Benefit and Compensation programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Entrust has the right to end, suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.

For US roles, or where applicable: Entrust is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer

For Canadian roles, or where applicable

Entrust values diversity and inclusion and we are committed to building a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and innovative ideas. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, and we strive to provide an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities.

Recruiter: Grace Rusingiza