Hardware Systems Engineer

Productive Resources; Saint Paul (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Productive Resources is seeking a Hardware Systems Engineer to join our engineering team at our East Moline, IL facility. The role involves mechanical design for Sentera sensors and hardware, planning integrations for new UAS platforms, and extensive testing.

You will collaborate in a team, contribute to design reviews, and support documentation. The position offers growth opportunities within our organization, with a full-time, permanent role and a focus on delivering robust engineering

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
• Proficient in CAD (minimum of 1 year experience, PTC Creo preferred).
• FAA Part 107 certification acquired within three months of employment.
• Experience with Pixhawk autopilots (PX4 & Ardupilot).
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to interpret requirements independently.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Highly motivated.
• Ability to work constructively within a team.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical design of components for Sentera sensors and hardware.
• Planning and execution of Sentera sensor and hardware integrations for new UAS platforms.
• Maintenance of existing Sentera sensor integrations.
• Planning and execution of Sentera hardware integrations for UAS platforms.
• UAS flight testing.
• Wire harness design, fabrication, and documentation.
• Internal engineering and production documentation creation & maintenance.
• User facing documentation creation & maintenance.
• Level 2 engineering support.
• Hardware and software compatibility testing of Sentera sensors, UAS platforms, and 3rd party post processing software.
• Creation and maintenance of engineering drawings and bill of materials.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to work constructively withina

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD (PTC Creo)

Pixhawk autopilots (PX4 & Ardupilot)

MAVlink

MS Office

Job description

Hardware Systems Engineer

St Paul, MN

Full Time

Productive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team at our customers facility in East Moline, IL. As a member of our team, the right candidate will plan, coordinate, perform product design, testing and/or analysis work for a complete project of moderate scope or for a significant portion or a sub-system of a major and diverse project. Operate in a team environment, providing input to design solutions and participating in design reviews. May assign, coordinate and review portions of the work to support personnel. Decisions are made within established guidelines and may be reviewed by supervisors.

This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.

Duties

• Mechanical design of components related to Sentera sensors and hardware.
• Planning and execution of Sentera sensor and hardware integrations for new UAS platforms.
• Maintenance of existing Sentera sensor integrations.
• Planning and execution of Sentera hardware integrations for UAS platforms.
• UAS flight testing.
• Wire harness design, fabrication, and documentation.
• Internal engineering and production documentation creation & maintenance.
• User facing documentation creation & maintenance.
• Level 2 engineering support.
• Hardware and software compatibility testing of Sentera sensors, UAS platforms, and 3rd party post processing software.
• Creation and maintenance of engineering drawings and bill of materials.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
• Proficient in CAD (minimum of 1 year experience, PTC Creo preferred).
• FAA Part 107 certification acquired withing three months of employment.
• Experience with Pixhawk autopilots (PX4 & Ardupilot).
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to interpret requirements independently.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Highly motivated.
• Ability to work constructively within a team.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with MAVlink.
• Familiar with Pixhawk autopilot hardware, PX4 & Ardupilot flight stack firmware, and other MAVlink based systems.
• Experience with UAS (drones) platforms.

Why work for Productive Resources?

Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our expertise is project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary focus industries are off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines.

We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions. We invest in our people, providing resources and opportunities for ongoing development. Our workplace fosters innovation, prioritizes the well-being of our team, and encourages creativity. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunities for growth.

We Offer Competitive Benefits:

• Group Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance available
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance available
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Programs available
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Care Support Program complimentary health advocacy program provides 24/7 assistance.
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Caregiver Support Programs
• Financial Wellbeing Support
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Training and Development

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly