Company Overview:

Har-Tru, LLC is a global sports company based in Charlottesville, VA.  It is the world’s leading provider of clay court surfaces, tennis court consultation, court equipment and accessories.  The company strives to help others build and maintain the best courts in the world, leveraging its products, knowledge, and experience to meet the needs of each customer most effectively. Har-Tru is active in the industry as an advocate for the sport and sponsor of tennis related activities. 

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer 

Type: Full -Time 

Location: Troy, VA 

Travel: 10-20%. 

Position Summary: 

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering Department. The successful candidate will support manufacturing and product development with mechanical and electrical systems. This role involves providing design concepts, ensuring manufacturability, and delivering specifications that enhance manufacturing processes and equipment, as well as developing new products within timelines and budgets. Collaboration with multiple teams across the organization is essential. 

Responsibilities: 

• Conceptualize new products and define success metrics (cost, size, function, etc.).

• Develop prototypes using 3D modeling software (Inventor or SolidWorks). 

• Identify, validate, and implement cost reductions in the manufacturing process. 

• Collaborate with teams to analyze data and propose solutions to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). 

• Perform Process Capability Analysis to ensure repeatable manufacturing within specification limits. 

• Ensure Good Documentation Practice (GDP) for each iteration or revision change. 

• Consider manufacturing limitations in design and ensure reliable component availability. 

• Develop and maintain product documentation (work instructions, BOMs, assembly drawings, electrical drawings, specification sheets, installation and maintenance manuals, etc.). 

• Develop test fixtures, procedures, and record-keeping for quality checks. 

• Coordinate handoff to manufacturing, purchasing, and marketing teams. 

Qualifications: 

• Experience with 3D modeling software (Inventor or SolidWorks). 

• Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes (tolerancing, materials, welding, milling, CNC, lathes, plasma or laser cutting). 

• Previous experience in product development. 

• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems. 

• Experience performing Process Capability Analysis. 

• Ability to write technical reports and present to various organizational levels. 

• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while maintaining project focus. 

• Proficiency in Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project). 

Work Conditions: 

• Work in both office and production environments. 

• Solitude as needed for creativity. 

Preferred Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering. 

• 5 years of experience required. 

• Experience in Manufacturing, Product Development, or R&D is essential. 

If you are a motivated Mechanical Engineer with a passion for innovation and a strong background in manufacturing and product development, we encourage you to apply! 

Why you should apply:

If you are looking for a great company to work for with an excellent benefit package to include, paid holidays, PTO, affordable Healthcare plans, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD/LTD and 401(k) with Company Match, then you should Join our Winning Team!

*All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.