Mechanical Engineer

Liquid Robotics
Herndon, Virginia
Permanent

Description

Mechanical Engineer

Overview of Role : Liquid Robotics is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in the development of autonomous ocean robots and the associated hardware and accessories.

As part of our small but highly-motivated team, you will participate in mechanical engineering design activities that contribute to world-changing products.

The successful candidate will bring mechanical design capability, an ability to work on cross-functional teams, and strong communication skills.

This engineer reports directly to our Hardware Engineering Manager and can be based in either Herndon, Virginia or Kawaihae, Hawaii. Responsibilities :

  • Work within design practices, standards, and policies in the Mechanical Design and Analysis discipline
  • Interface with counterparts in systems, electrical, software, and operations groups to insure alignment on new and current project deliverables
  • Participate in change control and escalation processes
  • Support the creation of hardware specifications based on user requirements
  • Develop relevant prototypes to support early validation of product architectures and design solutions.
  • Participate in concept and design reviews
  • Create designs and drawings that align with : general standards, design requirements, geometric tolerances, drafting practices and the applicable manufacturing process
  • Support methodical root cause analysis and resolve non-compliance in part performance
  • Recommend tools, equipment, and facilities, needed to support the organization
  • Provide technical support for the production and operations teams.

Desired Experience :

  • Mechanical design experience, via classwork / projects or internships. Exceptional candidates have experience in marine systems or the defense industry.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Master’s degree is a plus.
  • Presentation and communication skills able to convey information and rationale in written and spoken format
  • Experience with 3-D CAD, particularly Solidworks, and PDM tools to manage design databases
  • Experience in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) with focus on Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation software.
  • Exposure to PLM and other product life-cycle tools such as Arena, JIRA, and Confluence
  • Ability to contribute to creative and cost effective electro-mechanical designs and systems (motors, controls, sensors, robotics)
  • Exposure to varied manufacturing and assembly processes such as composite materials construction, CNC machining, injection molding, cable over-molding, and sheet metal fabrication
  • Experience designing with materials such as stainless steel, titanium, acetal, and fiberglass.
  • Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 and ISO standards, GD&T and accepted drafting practices
  • Willingness to travel to test sites when needed, up to 15%
  • Person or Permanent Residency status required.
  • 30+ days ago
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