Mechanical Engineer III

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineer ready to design the future of food technology? Blentech Corporation is a global leader in custom-engineered food processing systems. For over 35 years, we have blended advanced engineering with sanitary design to build machines that power the world's largest food brands. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer III
-a high-level individual contributor and technical leader-to join our team in Santa Rosa, CA.

The Role: Engineering at Scale
As a Level III Engineer, you aren't just making tweaks to existing designs; you are owning the engineering lifecycle for complex, multi-million dollar projects. You will design massive, high-torque systems involving heat transfer, material science, and advanced automation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Custom Machine Design:
  Lead the design and development of custom food processing equipment (cookers, mixers, and material handling) using Solid Works.
• Technical Analysis:
  Perform FEA (Finite Element Analysis), thermal calculations, and fluid dynamics modeling to ensure structural integrity and performance.
• Project Leadership:
  Serve as the technical lead on large-scale projects, coordinating between sales, fabrication, and automation to ensure "on-time" delivery.
• Sanitary Innovation:
  Apply hygienic design principles (3-A, USDA, EHEDG) to ensure equipment is safe for global food production.
• Manufacturing Support:
  Collaborate directly with our on-site fabrication shop to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM).

Qualifications

• Experience:
  
  8+ years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably in heavy machinery, industrial equipment, or food/pharma manufacturing.
• Education:
  
  BS in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required; MSME or PE license is a plus.
• Software Mastery:
  Expert-level proficiency in Solid Works and PDM systems.
• Specialized Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of thermodynamics, power transmission (motors/gearboxes), and stainless-steel fabrication.
• Communication:
  Ability to present complex technical concepts to both internal teams and global customers.

We offer the stability of an established company with the agility of a custom design-built firm.

• Direct Impact:
  Watch your designs move from the screen to the shop floor and eventually to global food facilities.
• 100% Paid Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums for the employee are 100% company paid.
• Financial Growth: 401(k) with 4% company match after 6 months of employment.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Generous PTO (5.66 hours accrued per pay period) and a collaborative, professional culture.

Compensation (DOE)

• Pay Range: $116,200 - $127,300
• Full-Time:
  On-site in Santa Rosa, CA.

How to Apply
If you are a driven engineer with a passion for excellence and a "go the extra mile" attitude, we want to meet you. Please apply at  with your resume
, a portfolio of your work (if available), and a list of professional references.

This is an on-site position at our Santa Rosa office. You must be within driving distance.

We do not accept recruiters or international applications.