Mechanical Engineer - Electronics Packaging and Rugged Design

Position Overview

The Principal Mechanical Engineer will play a pivotal role in the design and development of Phantom camera electronics packaging solutions with a focus on rugged design and thermal management. This role requires a deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials science, and cost-effective manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in designing robust and reliable products that perform under extreme conditions while maintaining sensitivity to Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).

In addition to electronics packaging, this role requires skill in tolerancing for manufacturability/serviceability, as well as broad knowledge of fabrication techniques, such as CNC, casting, extrusion, injection molding, etc.

• Design and Development:
  Lead the design and development of high-speed Phantom camera electronics packaging solutions using Solid Works 3D CAD software, ensuring they meet performance, reliability, and cost targets. Design scope includes chassis and heat sink components, as well as accessories, cables and support equipment.
• Rugged Design:
  Develop ruggedized designs that can withstand harsh environmental conditions, including shock, vibration, temperature extremes, and moisture.
• Thermal Management:
  Implement effective thermal management solutions to ensure optimal performance and longevity of electronic components. Requires experience in active/passive cooling solutions.
• Material Selection:
  Select appropriate materials and components that balance performance, durability, and cost.
• Cost Optimization:
  Work closely with procurement and manufacturing teams to optimize designs for cost-effective production while maintaining high quality standards.
• Prototyping and Testing:
  Oversee the prototyping and testing of designs to validate performance and reliability. Develop test fixtures as required.
• Documentation:
  Prepare detailed engineering documentation, assembly and piece part drawings and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including electrical engineers, product managers, and manufacturing personnel, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical designs.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve design processes and product performance.

• Education:
  
  BS in Mechanical Engineering, MS degree a strong plus.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on electronics packaging and rugged design.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  • Proficiency in Solid Works 3D CAD software.
  • Proficiency in GD&T principles.
  • Strong experience in electronics packaging/cooling and collaboration with small project team of EEs/MEs negotiating electro‑mechanical trade‑offs associated with New Product Development (NPD) to arrive at an optimal packaging/cooling solution.
  • Strong understanding and demonstrated experience in thermal analysis and active/passive thermal management techniques.
  • Experience with configuration control, product life‑cycle management (PLM) and ECO generation.
  • Familiarity with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) for structural and thermal simulations.
  • Knowledge of materials science and selection for rugged packaging applications.
• Additional
  
  Skills:
  • Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Dependable, driven, teachable person, a team‑player with good work ethic.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, adapt to priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Familiarity with cost analysis and optimization techniques.
  • Experience with manufacturing processes and DFM (Design for Manufacturability).

Employee Type:
Salaried
Currency: USD
Salary Minimum: $150,000
Salary Maximum: $200,000

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