Temporary Engineer I - Mechanical Design & Prototype Engineer, Missouri Institute for Defense & Energy

About the Role

The Missouri Institute for Defense and Energy (MIDE) at the University of Missouri-Kansas City is a fast-growing research institute founded to solve real-world problems by synthesizing physics and engineering principles with a pragmatic, results-driven, and collaborative philosophy. The team is growing and we have an outstanding opportunity for a Temporary Mechanical Design & Prototype Engineer to temporarily join our team. You would work with us in solving wicked challenges in defense, energy, and health by transitioning fundamental solutions requires a team of highly specialized, knowledgeable, and passionate individuals who seek answers to hard questions in a collaborative environment with world-class research organizations from coast-to-coast.

Responsibilities

• Design prototypes, parts, assemblies, using CAD, i.e., SolidWorks program which includes the parts, assemblies, drawings, file organization, COTS hardware selection and procurement, and other task pertaining to the rapid prototype manufacturing process
• Collaborate with and support fabrication and machine shop personnel to ensure 3-D printed products are produced and post-processed and machined parts are generated as desired
• Support the needs of the fabrication process to ensure outputs milestones and deliverables are met in support of the program mission
• Generate reports and document findings in support of the ongoing funded work
• Assist in laboratory organization and upkeep to support the sustainment and growth of the team's lab

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified SolidWorks Associate certificate
• Possess or have possessed a U.S. Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering
• Academic research and/or industry experience (> 0 years) from which comparable knowledge and skills can be leveraged
• At least one year of experience in government, defense, and or military where comparable knowledge and skillsets can be employed
• Ability to work with, knowledge of, and experience working with 3-D printers (FDM, SLA, SLS)
• Prior experience working with academic research in higher education and STEM

Pay

$32.50 to $34.50 hourly

Schedule

40 hours per week. This is a temporary position expected to conclude work on and not extend past October 31, 2026.