Senior Mechanical Engineer
ABOUT US
For more than 65 years, Simpson Strong-Tie has focused on creating structural products that help people build safer and stronger homes and buildings. Considered a leader in structural systems research, testing and innovation, Simpson Strong-Tie is one of the largest suppliers of structural building products in the world where we value all members and the creativity that individuals can bring to the workplace.
As one of subsidiaries of Simpson Strong-Tie group, Simpson Strong-Tie Vietnam is a 100% foreign invested company from the US and established in 2012 to provide No-Equal Engineering Services not only in constructions engineering, mechanical engineering but also software solutions. We work as a team, grow together with quality and customer-focused mindset, collaborative spirit in order to achieve the organizational goals.
BE A MAKER
At Simpson Strong-Tie, we've built a workplace where people are connected and engaged in creative thinking from day one throughout their careers.
When you think of the best a family has to offer — support, collaboration and respect — that's what we value at Simpson Strong-Tie. When there's a win, we'll cheer you on. When there's a snag, coworkers step in to help you out. Working on solutions together is just the way we do things here, and that creates an atmosphere that often feels like home.
At Simpson Strong-Tie, you'll find talented, passionate, dedicated, humble and genuinely kind people who are all connected by our shared mission — to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.
It's this mission and our strong people-focused values that have made Simpson Strong-Tie a unique place to work for more than 60 years — a place where you can connect, create and build your career. We invite you to learn more about our culture and why our employees are our most loyal customers.
YOU
You want to be an important member of a strong team of other makers who take pride in their work and support each other. As a Middle/ Senior Mechanical Engineer (Product Development), you will be responsible for collaborating directly with our global stakeholders (US, EU, Canada, etc.) to research and develop Simpson Strong-Tie products.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
Support Product Research & Development (R&D) for Various Markets
- Design and develop mechanical product concepts and prototypes to drive new product development for the concrete Anchors, structural Connectors, Fasteners, test devices, and safety system markets.
- Ensure compliance with international standards, tailoring designs to European regulations (such as ETA/EAD and Eurocodes) or US standards (ASME, ASTM, AWS…).
- Lead the full R&D lifecycle by conducting feasibility studies, 3D modeling, advanced engineering calculations, and finite element analysis (FEA).
- Manage testing coordination, design iterations, and continuous improvement initiatives in close collaboration with European and global teams.
Material & Manufacturing Expertise
- Optimize designs by applying deep knowledge of metallurgy, heat-treatment, and surface-treatment processes (e.g., quenching, tempering, annealing, case hardening, nitriding, galvanizing/coating).
- Select and justify steel grades for specific applications and critically interpret complex material test reports.
- Utilize advanced Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles across a broad range of processes (milling, turning, etc.) to identify cost drivers, propose value-engineering solutions, and balance technical performance against production costs.
- Leverage familiarity with specialized manufacturing methods, such as thread rolling for anchors/fasteners and progressive-die stamping for sheet metal connectors (a strong plus).
Product Calculation
- Provide core engineering support for new and existing products, including preliminary and advanced product structural calculations, competitor product benchmarking comparisons, and the creation of standardized calculation templates.
Testing & Analysis
- Coordinate and support rigorous laboratory product testing activities, including test planning, establishing the DoE, experimental test data analysis, and technical test reports for product validation.
- Perform engineering analysis to support product mechanical performance, load capacity, durability, and reliability under various real-world failure modes.
Technical leadership & mentoring
- Act as a technical reference point for the team, reviewing designs and calculations, sharing know-how, and mentoring fresher engineers.
- Represent the engineering perspective directly to international stakeholders and help shape best practices, tools, and workflows.
Other tasks as assigned by Line Manager.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field (At least 2 years’ proven working experience in mechanical design, material proposal and approval)
- Experience or coursework in CAD modeling (Inventor, SolidWorks or similar software preferred).
- Well-organized, diligent, and responsible with an aptitude in problem-solving.
- Crystal clear language in English-speaking skills. English proficiency equivalent to Level B2 of the CEFR or above (TOEIC 700, or IELTS 6.0). Knowing German or French is a plus.
- Familiarity with programing (Python, Illogic, VBA, C / C++...) or CAD Automation is a plus
- Having passion in general engineering, structural designs, or research fields is an advantage.
- Creative and innovative mindset, with a willingness to explore new ideas to improve products, testing methods, or engineering tools.
HERE IS WHAT WE OFFER
- Attractive salary with 100% SHUI applied salary during probation
- 13th month salary, Performance Bonus, Salary review annually
- Opportunity to be on site in the USA
- Chance to collaborate and work with our global stakeholders
- We provide employee training & development to enhance skills set and competencies
- Internal training: Problem solving skill, Lean and other online training course…
- External training: Soft Skills, ….
- Premium health care program for you + one of your beloved ones, Annual medical check-up
- 15 vacation days per year
- Benefits for special holidays (Birthday, Marriage, Women’s Day, Tet Holidays, Mid-Autumn, New born babies, International Children’s Day…)
- Social Activities, Sports Clubs and Team-building events such as Company trip, Year-End party,… are carried out on a regular basis
- Young, friendly, quality and result oriented working environment under team-work spirit
- Compliance fully to Vietnam Labor Code