Mechanical Tool Design & FEA, Test Engineer II

Job Summary

Array Technologies, Inc. is a global leader in solar energy solutions, with three decades of growth creating opportunities for a dynamic, innovative team. The role focuses on ensuring our products consistently achieve the highest levels of performance and quality.

• Design and evaluate tools, jigs, and fixtures for test equipment and setup using CAD and FEA analysis tools to validate structural integrity and optimize performance.
• Determine and source fabrication of tools and fixtures.
• Assist in test request review and associated fixture requirements.
• Develop and execute design verification test plans, document and publish results.
• Define, document, analyze, perform, and interpret tests for products, systems, components, or modifications in collaboration with other departments.
• Identify functional problems and recommend resolutions.
• Help define internal testing methods and standards while maintaining reliability programs.
• Support occasional travel and evening or weekend work as needed.
• Develop 3‑D models and detailed technical drawings for tools, jigs, and fixtures using CAD software such as ANSYS and Solid Works.
• Conduct structural, thermal, and fatigue analysis to validate designs and predict failure points before fabrication.
• Optimize tool designs for cost‑effectiveness, safety, and ease of fabrication.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to test tools and update designs based on performance feedback.
• Prepare technical reports, GD&T specifications, and stress analysis documentation.
• Lead internal design activities for new and/or improved test fixtures and equipment.
• Ensure test equipment and devices are in good working order.
• Create and maintain databases for tracking tool and fixture design and build activities.
• Study product characteristics or customer requirements to determine validation objectives and standards.
• Prepare validation/performance qualification protocols for manufacturing processes, systems, or equipment.
• Develop product testing methods and standards.
• Develop validation master plans, process flow diagrams, test cases, and standard operating procedures.
• Perform measurement and inspection metrology on parts and assemblies.
• Conduct mechanical/structural load testing of solar tracker components in a laboratory setting.
• Conduct accelerated lifetime testing of motors, drive lines, gearboxes, and related components.
• Conduct validation or qualification tests of new or existing processes, equipment, and software.
• Record data, log observations, and measurements of tests.
• Analyze data records and prepare detailed reports or design statements.
• Lead activities to optimize and drive the test engineering process for improved testing methods, plans, or procedures.
• Support Product Development, Operations, Service, and Quality teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, materials science & engineering, electrical engineering, quality, or manufacturing engineering.
• 3+ years of experience utilizing FEA and DFMA analysis.
• 3+ years of experience using 3D CAD software.
• 3+ years of experience in tooling design, fixture design, or structural analysis in engineering environments.
• 3+ years of experience with mechanical/structural testing, lifecycle & fatigue testing.
• 3+ years of experience operating data logging sensors and acquisition equipment.
• 3+ years of experience defining design validation tests.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing environments.
• 3+ years of experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Travel, 5% to 10% field site testing.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline.
• Highly creative and able to work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Deep understanding of GD&T, material properties, and manufacturing processes.
• Interest in product development.
• Background in measurement, inspection & metrology.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Entry level experience in design of experiments, statistics, and equipment capability analysis.
• General programming or data acquisition experience.
• Ability to work across multiple organizations in a fast‑paced, smaller company environment.

Competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness programs that align with local markets.

Array Technologies, Inc. offers equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, or any other legally protected status.