Senior Mechanical Engineer

About the role

The ideal candidate should have experience supporting various projects at all levels showcasing leadership qualities and attributes, as well as project management skills. The candidate should have the ability to discuss projects they have supported and/or led. Candidate should be able to self-manage/self-direct projects, and communicate regularly with customers, engineers, logisticians and technicians.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple high-profile projects which involve interfacing with the customer to define key test requirements, sourcing and interfacing with multiple suppliers / vendors, establishing all supporting project documentation including analysis of alternatives (AOAs), technical design packages (TDPs), presentations, test requirements and operational results.
• Develop and fabricate components and interfaces for electrical and mechanical systems for both test items and facility infrastructure.
• Write and review technical documentation such as TDPs, project schedules, AOAs, and presentations.
• Ensure all aspects of the project remain on time and budget while meeting all requirements.
• Routinely interface with different customers through digital means, in-person meetings at the local Naval research center in Newport, RI, and occasionally at external customer sites.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and five (5) or more years of experience or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and three (3) or more years of experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain SECRET level clearance.
• Must have experience leading multiple projects to completion.
• Must be able to support in-person interactions with customers at local Naval research center in Newport, RI and occasionally at external customer sites.
• Experience with most of the following:
  • Execution of large-scale projects using formal Project Management and/or Systems Engineering practices.
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of mechanical and electrical systems is necessary.
  • Experience with National Instrument’s hardware and software systems or other data acquisition systems is preferrable.

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Full-Time, Day Shift

Benefits

Not specified