Mechanical Engineer III

INSPYR Solutions; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Competitive pay

401(k) Retirement plan

…and much more!

Job summary

INSPYR Solutions seeks an on‑site Failure Analysis Support Engineer to join a technology lab team in Redmond, WA. You will conduct technical lab work supporting prototype failure analysis and materials development investigations, and develop SOPs to deliver world‑class analysis outcomes in sample preparation and characterization.

You will provide technical support for failure analysis and drive design/manufacturing improvements, utilizing optical inspection, cross sectioning, CT X‑ray

Qualifications

• 2 years’ related work experience with AS degree in lab tech or related field
• Experience in performing bulk materials or electronics cross sections
• U.S. work authorization meeting Export Control requirements

Responsibilities

• Conduct lab work to support prototype failure analysis and materials development investigations
• Develop and execute SOPs focused on producing world‑class analysis outcomes
• Provide technical support for materials and failure analysis investigations with goal of guiding design/manufacturing improvements
• Proficient in optical inspection, mechanical cross sectioning, CT X‑ray inspection, materials testing, and lab equipment maintenance

Skills

Excellent written communication

Lab safety practices

SOP writing

Travel willingness

Education

Associate of Science in laboratory technology / related field

Bachelor of Science in materials science (nice‑to‑have)

Tools

VGSTUDIO or similar

SEM/EDX

X-ray inspection equipment

Job description

Title: Mechanical Engineer III
Location: Redmond, WA
Duration: 12 months
Compensation: $45 - $49

Work Requirements: US Citizen and GC Holders

Description:

We are committed to building reliable next-generation technology with global impact. If you are passionate about building the future and want to take part in developing ideas from concept to production, consider joining this lab team!

As a Failure Analysis support engineer, you will be responsible for conducting technical lab work which supports prototype failure analysis and materials development investigations. You will develop and execute SOPs focused on producing world‑class analysis outcomes in the areas of sample preparation and physical/chemical characterization. You will provide technical support for materials and failure analysis investigations with the goal of driving design and manufacturing improvements. To enable this, you will be proficient in the following:

• Optical inspection and measurements
• Mechanical cross sectioning and associated sample preparation
• 2D and computed tomography (CT) X‑ray inspection methods
• Materials testing execution (thermal‑mechanical and environmental testing)
• Lab equipment maintenance

This position is on‑site and may include up to 10% international and domestic travel.

Must‑Have Skills

• 2 years’ related work experience with Associate of Science degree in laboratory technology, electron microscopy, x-ray analysis or related field
• Experience in performing bulk materials or electronics cross sections
• Excellent written/communication skills
• Experience with lab safety best‑practices
• Experience with writing SOP documents and lab reports
• U.S. work authorization meeting Export Control requirements (U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, Green Card holder, Refugee, or Asylee)

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in materials science or related field
• Experience with failure analysis methodology to derive a root‑cause diagnosis of failure
• Experience with materials and failure analysis techniques. Examples include SEM/EDX, mechanical test, dye and pry, hardness testing, and 3D surface profiling
• Experience with X‑ray inspection and measurement software (VGSTUDIO or similar)
• Experience in an aerospace‑related lab environment
• Experience in making custom fixtures (3D printing, machining, prototyping)

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) Retirement plan
• …and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected status. INSPYR Solutions complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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