Note: Only candidates who are eligible to obtain a Secret level security clearance, or who currently hold an active Secret level security clearance or greater, will be considered.
As part of the eligibility requirements for obtaining a security clearance include being a U.S. Citizen, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Summary
We're seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a team creating novel robotic devices for diverse applications in medical, military, and scientific research fields. The qualified candidate will participate in all aspects of design and engineering including requirements analysis, concept generation, mechanical design, implementation, testing, and documentation. The qualified candidate will work on multiple projects of moderate size or on portions of major projects.
The qualified candidate will have experience with machine design, sensors, transmissions, electric motors, bearings, kinematic linkages, material selection, structural analysis, as well as hands-on debugging. The successful candidate will have the ability to translate objectives to results and deliverables, while working in a highly-collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment.
Drafting of production drawings for machined parts, fabrications and weldments, COTS parts, and assemblies.
Static and dynamic structural analysis using a variety of tools including both hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA)
Understanding of materials needed to optimize strength, weight, cost, and performance
Understanding of machining and manufacturing processes to optimize cost without sacrificing performance
Ability to conceptualize and implement the design of complex mechanisms
Performing complex design and research tasks; developing mechanical products and systems such as robots, actuators, instruments, sensors, and overall mechatronic systems
Designing a complete project, system, component, or process and preparing complete project documents
Designing and conducting experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, formulating and solving problems
Ability and desire to learn new concepts and skills quickly
Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization
Adheres to all quality and safety standards
Supports other projects and performs duties as assigned
Desired Skills:
Experience with robotics/mechatronics
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Experience with finite element analysis (FEA). SolidWorks COSMOS or equivalent is sufficient.
Experience with sizing actuators i.e. brushless electric motors, including the design of custom motors, and transmissions
Experience with strain gages and load cells
Experience with other sensors such as hall-effect, angular position, and temperature sensors
Education / Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college with 5 years related experience; or a Master's degree with 1-3 years related experience