Mechanical Engineer I (Electronics Packaging)

Marotta Controls, Inc.; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 77,500 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability income insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Marotta Controls, Inc. in Parsippany, NJ is seeking an Engineer I, Mechanical (Electronics Packaging) to design ruggedized electronics enclosures and perform mechanical analysis to meet customer specifications and cost targets.

The role requires a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, strong CAD skills (3D CAD, Creo), and collaboration with electrical engineers, vendors, and customers. Occasional travel may occur, and U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering is required (Advanced technical degree desirable).
• Ability to solve complex mechanical static & dynamic problems.
• Works precisely, accurately, and pays close attention to all details.
• High level of mechanical aptitude and knowledge.
• Experience in 3D CAD solid modeling and understanding of mechanical design principle (Experience with PTC CREO desirable).
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills required for multi-faced interactions with all levels of personnel within the organization, as well as all outside agents, including but not limited to vendors, suppliers, customers, potential job candidates, etc.
• Highly computer literate, with MS Office/PC expertise, and demonstrated experience with applicable systems, programs, equipment, etc.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Support the engineering design and development of ruggedized electronics and electronics enclosures to meet customer requirements through all phases of product life cycle.
• Preliminary CAD design of electronics / electronics enclosures
• Interface with electrical engineers to establish sizing of circuit card assemblies and selection of materials.
• Ensure accuracy of all relevant drawings/documents on the project, except purely drafting technique issues. This includes tolerance stack-ups.
• Coordinate the creation of a preliminary bill of material in the business system and verifying its accuracy.
• Support / Review preliminary analytical results (Hand calcs and/or FEA)
• Communicate technical and schedule problems, in a timely manner, to Engineering Manager / Director, Contracts Administrator, and Program Manager when applicable.
• Disposition non-conforming hardware and assist with correcting production/vendor issues.
• Participate in failure investigations of designs as required.
• Create/Review and Approve processes for assembly, test, and related activities to the development and qualification testing of a design.
• Interface with internal and external customers to determine product changes needed for applications as a representative of the company.
• Write technical documents for internal and external customers.
• Participate in design reviews (internal and external)
• Support new business pursuit activities as required.

Skills

3D CAD solid modeling

Creo

Mechanical design principles

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced technical degree desirable

Tools

PTC CREO

MS Office

Job description

Position: Engineer I, Mechanical (Electronics Packaging)

Location: Parsippany, NJ

Job Id: 2014-685

# of Openings: 1

Overview

The Electronics Packaging Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the physical design and construction of ruggedized electronics and electronics enclosures. The Engineer designs products to meet customer requirements (including all design, functional, material, and test requirements from the customer's component and sub‑tier specifications) as well as the cost targets established during the proposal stage. The specific assignments and responsibilities will be consistent with the level of experience of the engineer. Regular interaction with engineers and test technicians, as well as frequent contact with suppliers, contractors, and customers. Occasional light travel may be involved.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering is required (Advanced technical degree desirable).
• Ability to solve complex mechanical static & dynamic problems.
• Works precisely, accurately, and pays close attention to all details.
• High level of mechanical aptitude and knowledge.
• Experience in 3D CAD solid modeling and understanding of mechanical design principle (Experience with PTC CREO desirable).
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills required for multi‑faced interactions with all levels of personnel within the organization, as well as all outside agents, including but not limited to vendors, suppliers, customers, potential job candidates, etc.
• Highly computer literate, with MS Office/PC expertise, and demonstrated experience with applicable systems, programs, equipment, etc.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Design experience with electronic packaging approaches for defense and aerospace applications, preferred including:
  • Design for high shock and high vibration environments
  • Design for challenging thermal conditions
  • Innovative techniques for cooling electronics in a high‑temperature environment (e.g. phase‑change approaches).
  • Knowledge of IPC, WHMA, and NASA specifications for Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs), Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), wiring harnesses, and soldering.
  • Knowledge of high voltage / altitude design practices at the board and box‑level.
  • Knowledge of environmental testing per MIL‑STD‑810, DO‑160 or similar.
• Experience with design for manufacturability
  • Knowledge of machining operations, brazing, and additive manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of PWB and CCA fabrication.
• Exposure to performing analytical solutions to structural and thermal design problems using closed‑form, ANSYS, ABAQUS, and/or CREO Simulate.

Essential or Primary / Key Responsibilities

• Support the engineering design and development of ruggedized electronics and electronics enclosures to meet customer requirements through all phases of product life cycle. Typical tasks include:
  • Preliminary CAD design of electronics / electronics enclosures
  • Interface with electrical engineers to establish sizing of circuit card assemblies and selection of materials.
  • Ensure accuracy of all relevant drawings/documents on the project, except purely drafting technique issues. This includes tolerance stack‑ups.
  • Coordinate the creation of a preliminary bill of material in the business system and verifying its accuracy.
  • Support / Review preliminary analytical results (Hand calcs and/or FEA)
  • Communicate technical and schedule problems, in a timely manner, to Engineering Manager / Director, Contracts Administrator, and Program Manager when applicable.
  • Disposition non‑conforming hardware and assist with correcting production/vendor issues.
  • Participate in failure investigations of designs as required.
  • Create/Review and Approve processes for assembly, test, and related activities to the development and qualification testing of a design.
  • Interface with internal and external customers to determine product changes needed for applications as a representative of the company.
  • Write technical documents for internal and external customers.
  • Participate in design reviews (internal and external)
• Support new business pursuit activities as required.

Additional Duties / Responsibilities

• Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required).
• Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping, and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to all regulatory and internal system requirements.
• Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Position entails exposure to typical manufacturing (i.e. Machine Shop, Assembly, Testing, etc.) environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).
• Business office environment requiring use of telephone and personal computer.
• Work under pressure and overtime when required, in order to meet deadlines.

Salary Range: $77,500 - $90,000/year

Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.

We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top-quality benefits and employee services including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401(k) retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options. We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer M/F/IWD/Veterans.