Principal Mechanical Engineer

Worker Type Regular Job  Description Summary The  Principal Mechanical Engineer applies engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanically functioning equipment. In this role, The Sr. Staff Mechanical Engineer leads in the mechanical design, testing, and production of electrical machines as well as the design of electronics packaging for high altitude aerospace applications.

One leads the mechanical packaging development effort for electronic equipment that withstand stringent environmental requirements (i.e., mass, volume, thermal, vibration). Manages mid-size development projects outsourced to sub-contractors (development of a system, equipment or components).Position Responsibilities Leads or supports the thermal, structural, dynamic, and fluid flow analysis efforts for electronics equipment

Leads the testing and data collection in the laboratory and the field

Models the mechanical devices and selects the proper material

Performs stress and fatigue analysis;
Performs thermal analysis and selects bonding material

Develops mechanical drawings and specifies the dimensional tolerances

Develops and implements assembly instructions and test procedures

Develops and implements test plans and test procedures to verify designs

Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments. May supervise the activities of others.

Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Minimum 12 – 15 years of relevant technical experience in Mechanical Engineering, of which a minimum of 7 years in developing for production rotating electrical machines, electronics equipment packaging solution, and/or mechanical devices solutions for industrial and aerospace applications

Experience developing requirements specification for mechanical subsystems and according to MIL-STD 961D standard or equivalent

Has sufficient proficiency with the following CAD /CAE tools to perform one's position responsibilities:

Solid Works for mechanical modeling.

ANSYS for structural and fatigue analysisANSYS Icepack for thermal analysis.

Extensive experience with Solid Works Extensive experience with designing electrical rotating machines for high-performance applications

Extensive experience with thermal management tradeoffs and solutions as well as materials properties

Experienced with bonding techniques for extreme environmental conditions using different adhesives

Experienced with manufacturing methodologies of electrical machines and with creating and maintaining product document tree

Experience with creating and maintaining products bill of materials (BOM)

Experience with test and measurement techniques, such as torque transducer calibration and instrumentation.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies MS in Mechanical Engineering is preferred

Recognition by a reputable international engineering society such as ASME at the senior membership level or higher is preferred

Demonstrated familiarity with MIL-STD-810 or DO-160 and familiarity with MIL-STD 961D standards (or equivalent) for developing subsystem technical specifications

Demonstrated full understanding & knowledge of engineering principles in the technical discipline. Demonstrates ability to work independently

Effectively articulates concepts and ideas to both technical and non-technical staff

Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills (Verbal and written).Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands Ability to work in an office and production environment (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard…