Mechanical Engineer

Location : Redmond, WA

Work requirements : Full-time / On Site

Compensation : $40-45hourly / Full Benefits

U.S. Citizen / Green Card Required

Job Description : Mechanical Engineer

Quala is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our service team. This is an opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art lab alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers who specialize in iterative prototyping and mechanical testing for next-generation consumer electronic devices.

The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on projects, prototyping, mechanical testing, test documentation, data analysis, and learning something new daily.

This will be a fast-paced, hands-on, on-site role.

The primary responsibilities are the operation of testing equipment to collect fast, sound data. You will also assist in the development of new tests and provide design support, undertake tasks involving minor machining, and system and prototype assembly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing to provide fast data and feedback to engineers and researchers, including creating and fabricating fixtures, operating a range of testing equipment, analyzing data, and generating reports.
• Create 3D CAD Models for Concept Generation and design testing.
• Work closely with engineering teams to build and modify prototypes
• Analyze and debug issues in hardware prototypes
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and lab
• Communicate and proactively respond to all issues creating deviations from test or project plans along with possible remedies
• Provide clear and concise documentation related to testing methods and reporting results
• Provide solutions or alternative approaches to solve basic technical manufacturing problems
• Independently manage time to successfully complete parallel assignments with multiple, sometimes conflicting deadlines
• Communicate effectively with a diverse mix of internal customers about requirements and status of projects

Required Qualifications

3+ years of professional experience, with Associates degree or professional certification in technical or engineering field preferred;

experience in a hardware or testing lab is a plus

• Ability to operate hand tools (drills, drivers, Dremel etc.) and basic shop tools (press, mill, laser cutter, etc.) to alter / finish items for assembly
• 3+ years of CREO, SolidWorks or other CAD training / experience
• Intermediate knowledge of mechanical testing and material properties
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work with minimum direction to solve challenging research and development problems
• Functional knowledge of Excel required, knowledge of SharePoint, Teams, Office & Outlook beneficial
• Ability to see, recommend, and document changes in processes, fixtures, or equipment needed to improve testing yield, repeatability or reliability
• Able to analyze and compile testing data from the test performed with a high degree of detail and accuracy
• Ability to stand, walk, crouch around machines, and lift and carry 25lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years in a mechanical testing environment; B.S. in Mechanical Engineering / related engineering field or equivalent
• Have a previous track record of success executing testing, processing and summarizing test data
• Extremely well organized with data, information, files, and physical spaces
• Capable of designing and implementing tests at system / subsystem level
• Ability to train others and document techniques for continuity
• Basic knowledge of metrology tools and methods, including basic GD&T
• Experience designing / building fixtures for testing / assembly
• Experience with additive manufacturing / 3D printing
• Additional hands-on experience with mechanical lab measurement equipment and advanced testing systems including lasers, test automation, load cells, high-speed cameras, data loggers, LabVIEW, and programming
8 days ago