Senior Mechanical Engineer Job Listing at Kelly Services in Colorado Springs, CO (Job ID US3618441_BH10012690)

Description

Kelly® Engineering is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a direct-hire opportunity with a leading global provider of automotive services and fleet solutions in Colorado Springs, CO. If you are passionate about designing complex mechanical systems and thrive in hands-on environments where autonomy and innovation are encouraged, trust the experts at hiring experts.

Overview
Our client is a family-owned, global organization serving the automotive and transportation industry for nearly a century. Their business spans fleet management and leasing, vehicle upfitting and fabrication, component manufacturing, powertrain logistics, and retail automotive sales. With a strong foundation in integrity, innovation, and craftsmanship, they remain committed to delivering best-in-class products and fostering a culture of trust, growth, and accountability.

As the Senior Mechanical Engineer on-site in Colorado Springs, you will serve as the lead technical resource for all design and mechanical problem-solving activities. This role combines hands-on design engineering with shop floor collaboration, providing technical guidance to production teams while supporting project-based customization of truck and van-mounted equipment. You'll operate with significant independence—serving as the go-to problem solver and engineering advocate for site leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, integration, and testing of complex truck and van-mounted equipment.
• Develop detailed manufacturing drawings and simplified customer approval drawings using SolidWorks.
• Design and modify truck bodies, accessories, and custom components from a range of materials.
• Create and update electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics as required.
• Collaborate closely with operations to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and optimize design for manufacturability.
• Serve as the on-site engineering expert for resolving technical and process-related issues.
• Develop and maintain product documentation, including manuals, assembly instructions, and design standards.
• Act as a liaison between Sales, Manufacturing, and Suppliers to ensure customer and production requirements are met.
• Provide mentorship, technical support, and hands-on assistance on the shop floor.
• Perform additional duties and lead special projects as assigned.

    
Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
• Skilled in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience preferred.
• 10+ years of mechanical design engineering experience, ideally within the automotive, truck body, or mobile equipment industry.
• Strong hands-on experience supporting shop floor operations, with an ability to bridge design and production.
• Working knowledge of 12-volt automotive electrical systems.
• Familiarity with mobile hydraulic systems at a conceptual or high level preferred.
• Background in welding, sheet metal forming, and mechanical assembly.
• Experience with SolidWorks PDM and/or AutoCAD a plus.
• Highly self-directed and confident operating independently with minimal oversight.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset with practical, 'shop floor' application.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to influence across departments.
• Organized, proactive, and adaptable to shifting priorities and project scopes.
• Comfortable representing engineering interests and advocating for project needs within a cross-functional environment.

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary range
• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Paid parental, pregnancy, and military leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program.

What Happens Next
Once you apply, you'll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience align with this opportunity. Even if this position isn't the perfect fit, you'll remain part of the Kelly Engineering network—giving you access to a wide range of engineering opportunities across industries and regions.
 

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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