Mechanical Engineer

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid maternity and paternity leave

401(k) plan

Free lunch

Unlimited drinks and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies in Austin is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and prototype hardware for autonomous surface vessels. You will manage the full engineering design lifecycle, innovate mechanical solutions, and document designs according to ASME standards. A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and over 2 years of experience in the mechanical engineering field are required. The role offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience designing, analyzing and testing complex mechanical systems.
• Proven experience with the entirety of the product life cycle.
• Demonstrated success in developing innovative solutions to mechanical engineering problems.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and development of hardware through the entire engineering design lifecycle.
• Design innovative mechanical solutions using various fabrication methods.
• Document hardware designs by creating detailed engineering drawings.
• Perform stress and mechanical tolerance studies.
• Develop testing methods to validate product capabilities.

Skills

Solid mechanics

Machine design

Static analysis

Materials science

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Product development

CAD software proficiency (SolidWorks)

Finite element analysis (FEMAP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Design and prototype mechanical hardware for autonomous surface vessels at full lifecycle stages

Location: Austin

About The Role

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

We are seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our mission. Saronic's engineering team prides itself on offering innovative solutions to everyday mechanical problems. While acting as mentors to our engineering and production teams, our marine mechanical engineers engage in rigorous design and analysis processes using their strong engineering fundamentals paired with a first principles approach to engineering. Our ideal candidate will have experience with the entire engineering design lifecycle, carrying mechanical solutions from concept to full rate production.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and development of hardware through the entire engineering design lifecycle: establishing design criteria, conducting preliminary & final design, holding design reviews, building prototypes, and validating designs through analysis and test
• Design innovative mechanical solutions using multiple fabrication methods including sheet metal forming, machining, welding, mechanical fastening, and bonding
• Document hardware designs by creating detailed engineering drawings applying ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards
• Perform stress and mechanical tolerance studies, develop testing procedures, and generate appropriate test reports to document analysis outcomes
• Develop testing methods to validate product capabilities to satisfy internal and customer design criteria

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related field
• 2+ years designing, analyzing and testing complex mechanical systems
• Strong fundamentals in core engineering concepts, including, but not limited to, solid mechanics, machine design, static, materials science, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
• Proven experience with product development and the entirety of the product life cycle
• Proficiency with CAD and finite element analysis software, such as SolidWorks and FEMAP
• Demonstrated success developing innovative solutions to a broad range of mechanical engineering problems

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

Benefits

Saronic offers comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services including medical, dental, and vision insurance. The company pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents. Generous PTO and holidays, paid maternity and paternity leave, industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses, a 401(k) plan, equity options, basic life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage are also available. Additionally, there is a free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.