Staff Engineer, Mechanical Engineer

425 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64110, USA

Posted Monday, March 2, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Are you passionate about making the world better? Are you looking for an organization that aligns with your values?

MRIGlobal solves challenging problems through science, engineering, and program management. We are an independent scientific research organization dedicated to benefiting society and fostering a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment.

When you embark on a career with MRIGlobal, you are joining a crew of world-class talent and problem solvers. Established in 1944, MRIGlobal is headquartered in Kansas City, MO, working in several states including Virginia and Maryland.

Job Description:

MRIGlobal has a full-time opportunity for a Staff Mechanical Engineer in Kansas City, MO. In this unique opportunity, the selected candidate will work with other engineering and technical disciplines in the design, prototyping, and testing of custom systems to meet customer requirements. Furthermore, the selected candidate will:

• Design a broad range of mechanical systems to support commercial and government projects.
• Develop and conduct experiments to analyze existing designs and products.
• Perform mechanical engineering design work on multidisciplinary teams with mechanical, electrical, chemical and systems engineers.
• Act as engineering lead for smaller projects or task lead for larger projects.
• Communicate with clients, project managers, and non-engineering technical staff to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Provide preliminary design concepts and technical input to commercial and government project proposals.

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field plus 6 years’ relevant experience; advanced degrees/certifications can be used in lieu of experience.
• Proficient with CAD software (e.g., SOLIDWORKS).
• Experience with research and development, and engineering design processes.
• Strong technical leadership.
• Mastery in Protocol Troubleshooting, Designing, and Optimization.

Success Factors:

• Willingness to work in a laboratory or field environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to learn new software systems.
• Ability to interpret project needs and define requirements from non-technical stakeholders.
• Good documentation and organizational skills.
• Available for periodic travel, estimated at 4‑12 weeks per year.
• Desire to work with other team members to solve complex multidisciplinary challenges.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite

Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. In order to meet the government security investigation requirements, U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite .

Pay Range $89,700 - $109,000

The salary range is intended as a general guideline and is not a guaranteed offer, as compensation depends on various factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate qualifications, experience, internal equity, and market conditions. MRIGlobal also provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health and life insurance, disability coverage, gym reimbursement, mental health support, paid holidays, and PTO.

Your Well-Being:
You can receive comprehensive coverage for you and your family, and resources that support mental, physical, social, and financial well‑being. Get access to wellness benefits like virtual coaching, no‑cost counseling, onsite health screenings, gym reimbursement, and more. MRIGlobal has received multiple wellness recognitions, including being named “Healthiest Employer” by Kansas City’s Business Journal in 2024.

A Bright Future: MRIGlobal offers award‑winning employer retirement matches and no‑cost financial education benefits. Get paid parental leave. Enjoy PTO, and a flexible culture that encourages work‑life integration.

Personal Development:
At MRIGlobal, you will enjoy diverse work that will grow your skillset, along with a tuition reimbursement option to pay for higher education.

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