R&D Mechanical Engineer

Agilent Technologies, Inc.; Australia; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Agilent Technologies Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to innovate and develop ideas into successful spectroscopy products within a cross-functional design team.

You will work on concept generation, design, simulations, prototyping and transferring designs to production, with emphasis on reliability and manufacturability.

The role requires 5+ years in R&D, strong GD&T knowledge, and hands-on prototyping using 3D printing and fabrication techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering.
• 5+ years R&D experience in high-tech product development.
• Experience with sheet metal, injection moulding, casting.
• Strong understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
• Proficient with Model Based Definition and PMI 3D CAD/CAE (Siemens NX).
• FEA, CFD and FMEA experience.
• Hands-on prototyping in fabrication and rapid prototyping (3D printing).
• Strong communication and cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering input for the research, design and development of new innovative spectroscopy products.
• Generating concept ideas, creating new designs, simulations, calculations, data analysis, accepting feedback in design reviews, creating drawings, working with suppliers, ordering parts, creating test plans, building and testing prototypes.
• Refining the design as required to meet the product specification and transferring the design into production.
• Creating, testing and implementing solutions for minor improvements of existing products will also be required.
• Identify risks (both technical and commercial), and work within the project teams and across the organization to mitigate them.
• Coordinate and collaboratively work with the other functions (other R&D teams, marketing, manufacturing, procurement, quality, product support, etc.) required to turn an idea into a commercial product or make improvements to existing products.

Skills

Problem solving

Strong communication

Time management

Initiative

Team player

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

3D CAD/CAE

Job description

Job Description As a Mechanical Engineer you will have the ability to innovate independently and/or work with other engineers to develop ideas into a successful product. You are capable of working in an engineering design team and also independently on tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering input for the research, design and development of new innovative spectroscopy products.
• Generating concept ideas, creating new designs, simulations, calculations, data analysis, accepting feedback in design reviews, creating drawings, working with suppliers, ordering parts, creating test plans, building and testing prototypes,
• Refining the design as required to meet the product specification and transferring the design into production.
• Creating, testing and implementing solutions for minor improvements of existing products will also be required.
• Identify risks (both technical and commercial), and work within the project teams and across the organization to mitigate them.
• Coordinate and collaboratively work with the other functions (other R&D teams, marketing, manufacturing, procurement, quality, product support, etc.) required to turn an idea into a commercial product or make improvements to existing products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering.
• 5+ years practical R&D experience, preferably in a high-tech environment that develops commercial products.
• Experience with manufacturing processes - Particularly Sheetmetal, injection moulding, casting.
• Strong understanding and familiarity with ASME GD&T Y14.5 standards and tolerancing.
• Familiarity with Model Based Definition and PMI 3D CAD/CAE experience, specifically Siemens NX.
• FEA, CFD and FMEA experience.
• Problem solving mind.
• Strong communication, time management, initiative and ability to work well with cross functional teams, team player.
• Demonstrated strong hands‑on prototyping skillset in fabrication and rapid prototyping such as 3D printing.

Additional Details

• This job has a full time weekly schedule.
• Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
• Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
• During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location.
• Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

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