Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Duties

• Must be able to 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
• The candidate will need a broad engineering skill set, well-developed work habits, enthusiasm for the work, the willingness to get hands-on with the projects when required, an eagerness to learn new things, and the ability to work through challenging projects without extensive oversight
• The individual will be responsible for leadership throughout the entire project from customer concept to post-test analysis/ facility approval. These projects will broadly include the design and fabrication of components and interfaces for electrical and mechanical systems for both test items and facility infrastructure
• Technical writing and engineering documentation proficiency is paramount to support the development of TDPs, project schedules, AOAs, and presentations
• The candidate will have to be detail oriented and possess excellent communication skills to ensure all aspects of the project remain on time and budget while meeting all requirements
• The candidate will routinely interface with different customers through digital means, in-person meetings at Charleston, SC and occasionally at various 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 a public trust clearance
• Experience with most of the following:
• Strong experience in manufacturing and knowledge of principles of metal fabrication
• 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