Job Information
Actalent Senior Mechanical Engineer in Sparks, Maryland
Description
Our client has an immediate need for a Mechanical Engineer who would be responsible for electronics packaging of digital and computer-based products for DOD, industrial, and government applications. Candidate must be self-motivated, work well independently and in a team setting, and have the desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
· Assess technical risk and cost for new business proposals, review customer product requirements, and transform into functional and ergonomic designs· Select critical electrical and mechanical components to meet functional and aesthetic design requirements; work with component and material vendors to specify requirements to design-in and deliver to mass production.
· Perform Engineering Analysis including Tolerance Stack-up, FEA (structural, modal, and thermal), Hand Calculations
· Define form factor, mounting methods, major component placement, connector placement and mounting, RF shielding design, and thermal transfer paths for sealed enclosures.
· Full documentation for new product development with focus on design for assembly and design for manufacturing. Excellent communication and documentation skills.
· Considers current and future design platforms during the development process to ensure consistency and forward compatibility.
· Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary engineering team - take direction from Business Development and Engineering as well as delegate and oversee the work of junior engineers.
· Create, execute, and document prototype test plans to assure product quality and confirm fabrication, assembly, and installation techniques.
· Develop product designs utilizing sheet metal, welding, and CNC Milling techniques; work with suppliers to transfer designs from prototype to mass production.
· Provide hands-on support to production, manufacturing, and test teams.
· Provide operations support including cost analysis, generation of Bills of Material, creation of Engineering Change Notices, and general technical support.
Skills
Autocad, Sheet metal, fea analysis, tolerance stack ups, rf design, prototype design, electromechanical design, autodesk inventor, hardware integration, electronic packaging, New product development, Engineering, Cad, Mechanical, Design, structural analysis, Mechanical design, Mechanical engineering, Project management, Bom, embedded system, plcs, asme
Top Skills Details
Autocad,Sheet metal,fea analysis,tolerance stack ups,rf design,prototype design,electromechanical design,autodesk inventor,hardware integration,electronic packaging
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Requirements
· BS Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field.
· 5-10 years of experience in mechanical product design, electronic packaging, and enclosure design.
· Experience in design for Sheet Metal, Welding, and CNC Machining techniques.
· Knowledgeable in DFM/A techniques and able to develop designs that incorporate these techniques.
· Experience with structural and thermal analysis methods, Inventor FEA or NASTRAN preferred.
· Experience with electronic hardware integration and packaging including embedded computers, servers, network switches, PLC’s, sensors, etc.
· Proficient in Solid Model CAD. Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD preferred.
· Experienced with ASME drawing standards.
· Familiarity with Military Requirement Specifications: MIL-STD-1472 Human Factors, MIL-S-901D Shock, Mil-Std-167-1 Vibration (Mil-Std-461F EMI/RFI a plus).
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $57.00 - $68.00
• Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Sparks,MD.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 11, 2024.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.