Mechanical Engineer II

Argotec; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive pay based on perfomrm

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 100% match up to 8%

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Argotec, in its US Office, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to support Systems Design teams. You will engage in CAD and 3-D modeling of vehicle systems, perform FEM analyses, and help with qualification activities across a multi-disciplinary team.

Collaboration with Argotec’s Italy HQ is also part of the role. The ideal candidate has a BS in a STEM field, 3+ years of experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Science, Engineering or other related STEM discipline.
• 3 or more years of professional experience in the role (relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of education).
• Excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• CAD and 3-D modeling of vehicle systems.
• FEM analysis and dynamics.
• Support AIT, AIV, acceptance and qualification activities.
• Support risk assessment and FMEA.
• Support to other company units.

Skills

Structural dynamics

FEM analysis

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Science/Engineering or related STEM

Tools

SolidWorks

NASTRAN

MATLAB

Job description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Mechanical Engineer II in the US Office , you will report to the Head of Engineering and will support Argotec’s global Systems Design teams. Support includes design, development, qualification and testing of Mechanical and Structural systems.

In this position, you will work with autonomy and in a highly collaborative team environment. Besides the US team, you will also have the support of an experienced multi-functional team from Argotec’s headquarters in Italy.

Specific duties include (but are not limited to):

• Computer-Aided Design and 3-D Modeling of vehicle systems
• Finite Element Modeling (FEM) analysis
• Support AIT, AIV, acceptance and qualification activities
• Support for risk assessment and FMEA
• Support to other company’s Units.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Science, Engineering or other related STEM discipline.
• 3 or more years of professional experience in the role (relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of education).
• Excellent written and oral communication.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Team player and a “Do what it takes” attitude.
• Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Strong expertise in structural dynamics, including analysis and application of key principles.
• In-depth understanding and application of structures and structural dynamics principles.
• Proficiency in application of finite element method (FEM) analysis principles.
• Ability to define and integrate dynamics requirements into the system baseline.
• Hands-on experience with finite element numerical software, such as NASTRAN.
• Familiarity with space and launch environments, including environments derivation.
• Proficiency in CAD software packages such as SolidWorks
• Great problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Background in Space or Defense sector will be considered as a significant plus.
• Familiar with Aerospace standards and tailoring.
• Experience with MATLAB.
• Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Must possess multi-tasking skills and excellent organizational abilities.
• Impeccable attention to detail and a sense of urgency.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

ARGOTEC OFFERS

• Annual incentive pay is based upon performance and commensurate with the level of the position.
• Generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 100% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, this announcement is aimed at both sexes, under laws 903/77 and 125/91, and to people of all ages and all nationalities, under legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03. Argotec is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.