Mechanical Engineer – Early Career to Experienced

Kingsbury IncKingsbury IncPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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8/10/2026

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Full time

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Core responsibilities

The engineer will review technical specifications and design new or modified products using CAD software to support bearing selection and application. They will also collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and sales teams to ensure product performance and continuous improvement.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Proficiency in CAD software and the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications are required.

Key skills

Mechanical engineeringCADInventorAutoCADSolidWorksTechnical drawing interpretationProblem-solvingAnalytical skillsCommunicationCollaborationBearing selectionStress analysisProduct designTechnical documentationQuality control

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About Kingsbury Inc

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Employees

230

Type

Privately Held

Size

201-500 employees

Kingsbury, Inc.® is a proud, family-owned company with more than a century of groundbreaking innovation in bearing technology. Established in 1912 by Dr. Albert Kingsbury - pioneering inventor of the hydrodynamic thrust bearing - Kingsbury is recognized globally as the leader in fluid-film bearing solutions, delivering superior performance and reliability for critical applications across diverse industries. From our earliest days, Kingsbury has been driven by a commitment to precision engineering, exceptional quality, and customer-focused innovation. Today, under the continued stewardship of the Kingsbury family, we uphold the same legacy of excellence and forward-thinking solutions that have defined us for generations. At Kingsbury, we specialize in manufacturing advanced hydrodynamic and fluid-film thrust and journal bearings designed to optimize performance in the most demanding environments. From power generation and marine propulsion systems to industrial manufacturing and beyond, our solutions are trusted to deliver unmatched durability, efficiency, and reliability. At Kingsbury, we don’t just build bearings—we drive progress, innovation, and a legacy of excellence. A Message from Mike Brawley, President & CEO, Kingsbury, Inc.® - We aim to provide great benefits and compensation and a comfortable and flexible work environment. We are thankful that this is exemplified by the pride and loyalty our team members show, as reflected in our retention rate. Despite the fact that we operate multiple plants and design, install, and service our products in every corner of the globe, we maintain that small company, family company feel. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to continue your career at a company that genuinely cares about its people, their development, and their quality of life, we’d love to hear from you to see if we’re a fit for one another.

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EngineeringManufacturingEnergy

Description

About us: Kingsbury, Inc. has been engineering solutions for the world's most demanding rotating equipment since 1912. As a global leader in the design and manufacture of fluid film thrust and journal bearings, our products support critical industries including power generation, oil & gas, marine, and industrial manufacturing.   We're looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team in Philadelphia, PA. Whether you're an early-career engineer looking to grow your technical expertise or an experienced engineer seeking challenging design work, we offer opportunities to develop your career while contributing to highly engineered products used around the world.   Why work at Kingsbury? Flexible Scheduling: We value work-life balance and offer adaptable work hours to support your personal and professional needs. Generous Time Off: Enjoy Vacation, PTO, Sick Time, and Holiday Pay, which includes days between Christmas and New Years Day. Comprehensive Benefits: We cover your vision and dental insurance. Health Club Reimbursement: Stay fit and healthy with our health club reimbursement program. Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education with our tuition reimbursement. Family-Owned: Proudly family-owned and operated for over a century. And Many More Reasons: Discover even more perks when you join us!   What You’ll Do: * Review customer specifications, drawings, and technical requirements to support bearing selection and application. * Provide calculations, technical information, and engineering input during the quotation and design process. * Coordinate with drafting to ensure designs incorporate customer requirements and follow Kingsbury design standards. * Design new products or modify existing products using CAD, marked-up drawings, field service reports, test data, and customer feedback. * Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, R&D, and Purchasing to support successful production and product performance. * Analyze bearing performance data related to operating parameters, stress analysis, fit, tolerance, form, and function. * Assist with or make decisions related to non-conforming parts and/or materials, depending on experience level. * Participate in product development, product improvement, testing, special calculations, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Provide technical support to Sales and, when needed, customers or end users. * Maintain technical proficiency by staying current with industry developments and standards. * May include customer or end-user site visits depending on role level and business need.   Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline. * Experience with CAD software such as Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar platforms. * Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation. * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. * Effective communication and collaboration skills.   Experience: The level of this position will be determined based on experience, skills, and capabilities demonstrated. * Mechanical Engineer I: 0+ years experience. * Mechanical Engineer II: 2+ years relevant experience. * Senior Mechanical Engineer: 5+ years relevant experience.   Kingsbury, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Requirements

  • Mechanical engineering
  • CAD
  • Inventor
  • AutoCAD
  • SolidWorks
  • Technical drawing interpretation
  • Problem-solving
  • Analytical skills
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Bearing selection
  • Stress analysis
  • Product design
  • Technical documentation
  • Quality control

Benefits

  • Flexible scheduling
  • Vacation
  • Paid time off
  • Sick time
  • Holiday pay
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Health club reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement

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