Electro Mechanical Engineer

Techoundsllc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Techoundsllc in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production. You will work with mechanical and electrical engineers to create designs for manufacturing workflows and use SolidWorks to create parts, assemblies, and GD&T drawings.

BS in Mechanical Engineering with 5–8 years in a manufacturing setting (aerospace/robotics/auto/medical) and hands-on making experience (CNC, 3D printing, woodworking)

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5–8 years in a manufacturing setting (aerospace, robotics, automotive, medical device, or similar).
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production.
• Work with Mechanical and Electrical engineers to create designs for manufacturing workflows.
• Review and interpret technical specifications, validate design requirements, and manage manufacturing milestones.

Skills

Project management

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Manufacturing methods knowledge

Quality procedures

Tolerance analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks CAD software

Job description

• Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production.
• Work with Mechanical and Electrical engineers to create designs that can be integrated into a manufacturing workflow.
• Use SolidWorks to design parts, create assemblies, and create detailed engineering drawings complete with GD&T.
• Review and interpret technical specifications, validate requirements for design, and manage manufacturing milestones to support component deliverables.
• Work with production staff to understand problem areas and create solutions with little direction.
• Author engineering changes and test procedures for complex ROV systems and subsystems.
• Support the development of standard processes and documentation.
• Inspect parts and assemblies to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Participate in ECN, MRB, critical design review, and DFMA meetings.
• Resolve technical problems that would significantly affect performance, cost or schedule.
• Lead Design Reviews, run analysis, define and execute hardware test plans, propose and implement changes.
• Review, interpret and approve technical documents, designs and schematics.
• Drive the development of comprehensive mechanical engineering specifications for new product development, support the prototype development process throughout product development to production release.
• Communicate and support engineering team, designers, and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.
• Coordinate with other departments affected by new product design, development and release.
• Investigate pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, efficiency, requirements and cost.

Qualifications:

• Minimum: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5-8 years of experience in a manufacturing setting: aerospace, robotics, automotive, medical device, or similar.
• Advanced user of SolidWorks CAD software.
• Hands on making experience: wood working, CNC, 3D printing, soldering, and other technical skills; thorough understanding of manufacturing methods, PCBs, waterjet, etc.
• Ability to integrate electronic components into mechanical designs (motors, controllers, sensors, etc.).
• Able to perform tolerance analysis to verify fit and function of designs.
• Highly driven to ensure high quality standards; experience implementing quality procedures.
• Ability to follow through and make significant progress in a fast paced, demanding, dynamic environment.
• Team oriented and good interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects at the same time.
• Detail oriented: ability to become subject matter expert in order to make informed decisions.
• Capable of working as a member of a team across several cross functional disciplines.
• Strong communication skills, technical writing skills, project management skills and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated success developing products in cross-functional environments.
• Simulation and Stress Analysis experience helpful.