Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

This is a contract position responsible for the design, development, and verification of mechanical components, including sheet‑metal and machined parts, and assembling them with electrical components.

• Maintain a working knowledge of mechanical design tools (AutoCAD, Inventor) to convert requirements into diagrams and drawings.
• Understand metal part machining, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Apply packaging techniques for high‑performance electronics in harsh environments.
• Follow established guidelines to perform tasks and recommend appropriate procedures, processes, templates, and tools.
• Provide technical assistance for building and testing new products and systems.
• Offer basic troubleshooting support for products in Manufacturing and Technical Services.
• Review mechanical drawings and designs to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
• Ensure designs are producible and error‑free.
• Conduct component‑level reviews and in‑depth troubleshooting for manufacturing, field, and sales support.
• Assist the systems team in researching, designing, and evaluating systems or processes to meet customer requirements.
• Write mechanical performance requirements for product development projects.
• Perform detailed mechanical or fluid calculations to establish manufacturing standards or specifications.
• Use engineering theory and simulation models to assess feasibility, sustainability, and operating conditions.
• Compile data and write reports on existing or potential engineering studies or projects.

• Basic knowledge of 3D modeling techniques.
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis and computational fluid dynamics.
• Familiarity with CNC design requirements.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware and systems integration.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical component industry standards.
• Understanding of common mechanical engineering concepts.

• Work independently and in a team, adjusting priorities as needed.
• Multitask across multiple software platforms.
• Use hand tools such as calipers, micrometers, feeler gauges, fluid pressure meters, and infrared thermal cameras.
• Inspect and troubleshoot computer hardware components at the assembly level.
• Use engineering software (Auto Desk Inventor, AutoCAD, Ansys simulation).
• Create, read, and compare technical data sheets.

• Must be a US Person (US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or protected person).
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• 3+ years of mechanical component design or manufacturing experience.
• 3+ years of experience with CAD software.
• Extensive knowledge of computer equipment (PCs, firewalls, switches, data acquisition systems, UPS, server racks, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of harsh mechanical environments.