Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. **Job Summary** Battelle is seeking to hire a **Mechanical Engineer** to support our team on site in **Oxnard, CA** . The person selected for this position will be responsible for the maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of existing mechanical systems as well as supporting the design and integration of new systems. This position is part of a team composed of engineers, technicians and support staff that provide maintenance and design support for electronic, mechanical and hydraulic systems in support of a long-term client program. **This position requires an active security clearance at the Top Secret/SCI w/CI poly level** . The person selected for this position must have a minimum of a TS clearance and be willing to accept a delayed offer contingent on receiving required clearance to support this position. **Responsibilities** + Maintaining, testing and troubleshooting existing mechanical systems as part of an integrated technical team. + Maintaining, testing and troubleshooting existing mechanical systems independently with minimal oversight. + Working closely with the Battelle engineers located in Columbus OH to design, fabricate and integrate new mechanical systems. + Working closely with onsite clients and associate contractors to define system requirements and integrate systems. + Generating and interpreting mechanical schematics. + Generating and following installation and testing procedures within a stringent client quality assurance system. + Must be willing to travel and work temporary assignments up to 120 days if needed. **Key Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years of experience in a related field. + Must be a US Citizen and must hold an active TS/SCI w CI poly clearance to perform job duties. + Physically fit to accomplish required tasking including working from ladders and in confined spaces. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with embedded systems design and troubleshooting. + Experience with electronic/mechanical and hydraulic systems. + Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications. + Ability to work within stringent client-driven quality assurance program. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. + Working knowledge of CAD/modeling programs **Salary** Pay rate: $80,000-$110,000 This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors. **Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life** We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life. + **Balance life through a compressed work schedule** : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time. + **Take time to recharge** : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated. + **Prioritize wellness** : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits. + **Better together** : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support. + **Build your financial future** : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. + **Advance your education** : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education. + **Flexible work arrangements** : You have options for where you work and when you work. **A Work Environment Where You Succeed** For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to: + Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects + Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery + Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment + Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders + Give back to and improve our communities **Vaccinations & Safety Protocols** _Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws)._ _Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle._ The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. **No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.** For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers