Staff Mechanical Eng. 2

Description

Are you a Mechanical Engineer with a spark for innovation and a passion for cutting-edge technology? Look no further - we want YOU to be the next star in our dynamic Engineering Science Division!

At ARA, we're not just about jobs; we're about shaping the future! Our Engineering Science Division is at the forefront of groundbreaking projects that redefine what's possible. We believe in pushing boundaries, fostering creativity, and empowering our team to engineer solutions that leave a lasting impact.

Staff Mechanical Engineer, you will:

• Support a variety of research and development efforts involving (but not limited to) the fields of sensors, electronic system development, respiratory protection, aerosol science, material science, energy, wearables design, and more.

• Proficient in electromechanical design and prototyping with a demonstrated track record of successfully bringing projects from concept to prototype, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of both electrical and mechanical engineering principles.

• Plan and conduct prototype testing.

• Device and/or system development, testing and evaluation, data collection, and reporting.

• Must be able to independently develop solutions and define project plans to meet objectives that satisfy customer requirements.

• Assist and work directly with engineers in other disciplines on project planning, task management, and provide technical guidance on project development and complex projects.

• Must be able to translate technical guidance into usable engineering data applicable to the particular assignment.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree with a major study in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 5 to 7 years of related experience

Preferred Experience:

• Master's degree with a thesis and a minimum of 3 to 5 years of related experience in a technical environment

• Frequent use and application of technical standards, principles and theories

• Providing solutions to technical problems of moderate scope/complexity.

• Experience with testing and evaluation of engineering design for prototypes and products.

• Experience in wearables design, sensor integration, and rapid prototyping.

• Design and prototyping of medical devices and/or wearable devices.

Proficient Skills:

• All Microsoft Office Suite Products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, SharePoint).

• Engineering CAD tools, (e.g., SolidWorks).

• Rapid prototyping (3D printing, CNC, molding, etc.).

• Manufacturing via third party suppliers/vendors.

• High attention to details in calculations, design, and data collection.

• Skilled in packaging electrical systems efficiently, ensuring reliability and safety in the final product.

• Proven track record of successful customer interactions, including delivering engaging presentations, participating in effective meetings, and contributing to business development initiatives.

• Experience writing technical reports/proposals.

Travel Requirements: Must be able to travel at least 25% of work schedule.

Applied Research Associates, Inc. Company Information:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. Company Information:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. We invite you to visit our website (~~~/) to learn more about who we are (~~~/) , what we do (~~~/) , the excellent careers (~~~/) and benefits (~~~/) we offer and explore some of our featured offices (~~~/) .

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science or better in Mechanical Engineering

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)