Mechanical Engineer, Defense Power Electronics & Enclosures

HDL Research Lab, Inc.; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Short and long term disability

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Flex time schedule

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) with 3% employer contribution

EAP

Job summary

HDL Research Lab, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to oversee the design, development, and support of complex electronic power systems for defense applications.

The role involves collaborating with electrical engineers, supporting product packaging, and conducting analyses to ensure robust hardware for missiles, radars, and aircraft. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on lab work, has CAD experience (Autodesk Inventor preferred), and can manage multiple tasks with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering required.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience.
• 3D CAD modeling experience; Autodesk Inventor preferred.
• Ability to work onsite full-time.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional teams on new product development and internal R&D activities.
• Design enclosures, structures, cooling systems, components, assemblies, and fixtures per military/industry standards.
• Lead design reviews of models, drawings, BOMs, and documents for HDL products.
• Develop processes and streamline HDL manufacturing practices for new business.
• Modify existing products to meet customer requirements.
• Perform thermal and structural finite element analysis to ensure design compliance.
• Create test apparatuses and review test data against expectations; present results.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Hands-on lab work

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

ANSYS

MATLAB

Python

Job description

HDL Research Lab, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to oversee the design, development, and support of complex electronic power systems for defense applications.

The role involves collaborating with electrical engineers, supporting product packaging, and conducting analyses to ensure robust hardware for missiles, radars, and aircraft. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on lab work, has CAD experience (Autodesk Inventor preferred), and can manage multiple tasks with strong communication skills.