Mechanical Engineer; Defense R&D Programs

Requirements

• B.S. degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of recent experience designing mechanical system elements including electromechanical systems and/or robotics
• Affinity for hands‑on work outdoors supporting robotic application and feasibility testing
• Experience in R&D product development environments, developing products that utilize and integrate with cutting edge technologies
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD tools, preferably Solidworks
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Ability to work with and exchange ideas well from a variety of peer team members in other fields of discipline
• Strong understanding of DFM principles
• (Desirable) Experience in mechanical design within industrial robotic systems
• (Desirable) Familiarity with serial robotic arm operations and design constraints
• (Desirable) Experience in systems engineering principles: requirements development, implementation, verification, system integration, qualification and release
• (Desirable) Experience in robotic systems design including electrical and controls engineering
• (Desirable) Experience in Solidworks and PDM
• (Desirable) Experience in structural FEA and CFD using ANSYS or similar tools
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, noise, and outdoor conditions
• Physical effort may be required for the handling of supplies or materials (up to 50 lbs unassisted)

• ICON is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to assist in our Strategic R&D efforts
• As the Mechanical Engineer for 3-D printed robotics, you will be responsible for the support of conceptual and detailed designs of electro‑mechanical systems that will be used for ICON’s robotic systems designed specifically for military applications
• You will also participate in trade studies and ideation exercises using systems engineering principles, and ultimately deliver the hardware you have designed to our end customers
• This role is an onsite role and is based locally in ICON’s Austin, TX laboratories, and will report to the Senior Director of Defense R&D Programs
• Contribute in the development of a robotic platform for terrestrial construction applications, focusing on motion platforms and dynamic fluid systems
• Design and create prototypes using in-house and external fabrication
• Specify robotic servo‑driven actuators using industry standards for mechanical applications, including motion robotics, and large format, long reach robotic actuators
• Provide hands‑on, troubleshooting, and build support as well designing, implementing, and integrating solutions in a fast‑paced environment with a quick AGILE development cycle
• Create design solutions utilizing engineering methods with strong documentation processes
• Collaborate with cross‑functional, multidisciplinary team members to procure, fabricate, test, and ultimately deploy the hardware you have designed
• Support and take direction from the Lead Mechanical Engineer as well as other senior engineers on staff
• Perform a wide range of tasks on a daily basis
• Establish individual and team goals consistent with overall company OKRs