Mechanical Engineer 1 - Aviation/Outdoor

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garmin Benefits

Job summary

Garmin Ltd. seeks a full-time Mechanical Engineer 1 - Aviation/Outdoor at its U.S. headquarters near the Kansas City area. You will develop basic mechanical solutions and model parts using CAD, contributing to mass production.

The role involves basic designs for Garmin or OEM products, applying math and physics, and specifying parts. CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) and a collaborative mindset help ensure quality development and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
• GPA 3.0+ as general rule
• Demonstrated knowledge of CAD software and ability to model basic parts

Responsibilities

• Complete basic mechanical designs for Garmin or OEM products
• Model basic parts and components across materials (injection molded plastics, metals, sheet metal, CNC machined parts, etc.)
• Specify requirements for and source parts (connectors, speakers, LCDs, motors, batteries, antennas)
• Complete test plans for basic mechanical systems and conduct testing to verify design requirements
• Maintain documentation control and interface with drafting resources
• Apply design standards and document designs using engineering tools
• Identify and resolve defects of basic scope using proper engineering techniques

Skills

CAD modeling

Mathematics & physics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD software

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineer 1 - Aviation/Outdoor at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for developing basic mechanical solutions and utilizing CAD software to model basic parts.

Essential Functions

• Complete basic mechanical designs for Garmin or OEM products
• Apply knowledge of math, science and physics, strong spatial skills, and a pragmatic approach in taking product concepts to mass production
• Model basic parts and components including injection molded plastic, die cast aluminum and zinc, sheet metal, CNC machined and screw machine fabricated parts, compression molded rubber, extrusions, display components, flex circuits, touch panels, speaker enclosures, mounting systems, etc.
• Specify requirements for and source parts such as electrical connectors, speakers, microphones, LCD’s, backlights, keypads, switches, electric motors, screw machined parts, rotary controls, batteries and antennas
• Complete test plans for basic mechanical systems and conduct testing of products to verify compliance with design requirements
• Maintain configuration control of documentation for products in production and interface with available drafting and document control resources
• Apply design standards and procedures using appropriate engineering tools to document and implement basic designs in an organized manner
• Identify and resolve defects of basic scope using proper engineering tools/techniques

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrated knowledge of CAD software and ability to model basic parts

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous work or internship experience in design, particularly for consumer products
• Experience using SolidWorks CAD software
• Mechanical systems repair or troubleshooting experience

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits.