Jr. Mechanical Engineer

About the role

General Micro Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop electronic systems for the embedded computing market. This role involves mechanical design of various components, coordination with electronics teams, and support for product validation testing.

Responsibilities

• Design involvement from concept to product realization using 3-D solid modeling software (Solid Works & EPDM)
• Mechanical design of machined metal parts, sheet metal components, and molded plastic parts
• Material selection, tolerance analysis, thermal solution design, human interface elements (keypads and buttons), and wiring harness development
• Specification development from customer requirements, coordination with electronics design team, vendor and contract manufacturer interfacing, documentation creation (exploded assembly drawings, BOMs, engineering analysis), and design for cost and manufacturability coordination with production organization
• Project management for mechanical aspects of projects
• Support for mechanical-related product validation testing, including thermal, shock, vibration, regulatory compliance on MIL Standards, and safety
• Additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
• Preferred working knowledge of FEA for structural and thermal aspects of electronic enclosure design
• Related coursework: Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Statics/Dynamics, Mechanic of Materials, Energy Systems, System Dynamics, Machine Design, Electrical Engineering Course, Thermal Design Systems
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in mechanical design related to electronics products and systems, and a proven track record on product development from concept through release to production
• Minimum 3 years professional experience with Solid Works
• Minimum 1-2 years professional experience with EPDM
• Must have taken or plan on taking Engineering-in-Training (State Exam)
• Working knowledge of thermal, shock, and vibration aspects of electronic equipment
• Working knowledge of low-volume manufacturing techniques for custom sheet-metal, machined, and molded components

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and able to balance multiple projects simultaneously
• Able to plan, prioritize, and organize work activities and adhere to strict deadlines
• Able to identify and solve problems
• Able to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner
• Able to work independently and take initiative
• Able to report to work at the scheduled time and maintain satisfactory attendance with limited unscheduled absences
• Able to maintain a professional appearance and behavior
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with executives, colleagues, and individuals, internal or external
• Able to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management
• Able to remain poised, professional, and diplomatic under pressure
• Able to use strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Able to encourage and facilitate a positive and productive work environment for all employees
• Able to work on-site the standard 8 AM-5 PM, Monday - Friday schedule and additional hours as necessary
• Limited travel required

Physical Requirements

• Sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, reach above shoulder level, lift up to 30 lbs. with hands and arms
• Use hands to finger, handle, feel or type and utilize a telephone, copier, printer, computer, calculator, mouse, keyboard and monitor
• Regularly required to walk up and down one flight of stairs
• Exposure to risk of electrical shock
• Regularly engaged in personal interaction with company personnel
• Occasionally exposed to moderate noise levels

Work Environment

• Conduct work at a desk and workbench in an ESD engineering lab under florescent lighting
• Exposed to risk of electrical shock
• Engaged in personal interaction with company personnel
• Exposure to risk of electrical shock

Qualification Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen, Permanent US Resident, or currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without current or future employment sponsorship
• Post-offer applicants must pass a drug screen test
• If required, must pass a background check and/or have the ability to obtain and maintain Security Clearance