About the Role
The selected candidate will lead mechanical design efforts for structural systems and enclosures, performing analysis, prototyping, and testing to meet performance and reliability standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop detailed mechanical designs for structural frameworks and protective housings
- Perform stress and thermal analysis on components using simulation tools
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical systems
- Create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings and specifications
- Support prototype fabrication and conduct validation testing
- Identify and resolve design issues during development and testing phases
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety requirements
- Optimize designs for manufacturability, cost, and performance
- Work closely with vendors and manufacturing partners
- Apply principles of tolerance analysis and material selection
- Lead design reviews and present technical findings to stakeholders
- Track project timelines and deliverables for assigned tasks
- Incorporate feedback from testing into design improvements
- Utilize CAD software for 3D modeling and assembly design
- Contribute to risk assessments and failure mode analysis
- Maintain accurate records of design iterations and changes
- Support certification and regulatory compliance efforts
- Evaluate supplier capabilities for component sourcing
- Apply knowledge of mechanical systems to solve complex problems
- Ensure designs meet environmental and operational requirements
- Participate in root cause analysis for field issues
- Stay current with advancements in materials and manufacturing methods
- Assist in the development of test fixtures and procedures
- Promote engineering best practices across the team
- Interface with quality assurance during product verification
Nice to Have
- Master's degree in mechanical or structural engineering
- Experience with dynamic load analysis
- Knowledge of shock and vibration testing standards
- Proficiency in simulation software like ANSYS or Abaqus
- Experience with rapid prototyping technologies
- Background in product certification processes
- Familiarity with systems engineering practices
- Experience in a regulated industry environment
- Understanding of EMI/RFI shielding requirements
- Exposure to DFMEA and design validation planning
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with partial remote flexibility
Team
Collaborative engineering team focused on product development
Physical Demands
- Position may require occasional lifting of equipment up to 40 pounds
- Time spent in laboratory or workshop environments may be required
- Regular use of computers and engineering tools throughout the workday
Travel Requirements
- Up to 10% travel may be required for site visits or testing
- Occasional travel to manufacturing or test facilities
Available for qualified candidates
