Early Career Member​/Senior Product Design Engineer - Design Engineering, On-Site

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Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

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Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten‑hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)

Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

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We are seeking a highly motivated Product Design Engineer (PDE) with a passion for product design and development of mechanical components.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

Create, modify, and evaluate complex component and system definition by implementing and integrating design solutions.

Design three-dimensional models and detailed drawings of complex objects and systems.

Integrate defined requirements based on client needs or direct guidance.

Utilize three-dimensional computer-aided design (CAD) software to develop and propose mechanical designs and perform complex analysis and review various designs and applications

Gather and present data to improve designs.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant will be required to work onsite. Applicants on this requisition may be interviewed by multiple organizations at Sandia National Laboratories.

$87,400 - $168,800

* Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

A Bachelor's degree in (Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology) or relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Experience using CAD software for 3D solid modeling and mechanical drawing generation.

Ability to acquire and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance.

Experience using PTC-Creo software for mechanical engineering and design.

Demonstrated ability in applying mechanical engineering design principles to formulate design concepts and meet product requirements.

Understand principles of tolerance analysis and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) based on experience, training, or certification such as ASME GDTP technologist level.

Understand how to perform analysis and calculations (stress, thermal, material properties, Etc.) to ensure that requirements are met and to optimize designs.

Understanding how to use a product data management system to manage CAD files.

Knowledge of manufacturing methods for mechanical hardware.

Familiarity of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly principles.

Demonstrated successful teamwork, excellent communication skills (oral and written), and consistent demonstration of good behaviors.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.

Knowledge and understanding of the NW engineering systems and the NNSA product realization process.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a diverse team environment.

Active Security Clearance.

Experience in a designer role (individually or as a team).

Proven ability to learn from experienced staff and develop effective working relationships with peers.

Experience with model-based definition and design practices.

Sandia's Design Engineering Group consists of multiple mechanical design departments that provide design engineering services using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as PTC Creo and other 3D modeling tools. We partner with engineering teams across the lab to produce innovative design solutions based on high-quality CAD models and drawings. We ensure fit, form, and function using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), while ensuring manufacturability and maintainability of designs.

We determine the physical characteristics of the product including geometric form, interface features, manufacturing specifications, processes, and assembly instructions. We communicate design options and recommended approaches to product development teams, stakeholders, and manufacturing partners. We apply technical judgment based upon engineering principles in the design and development of innovative products in support of our Nation's…