Mechanical Engineer (Senior, 8+ Yrs Experience) - $140K

RCT Systems; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Generous PTO / Sick Time

Life Insurance

Flexible schedules

Job summary

RCT Systems is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the Power Systems Division to lead 3D electronics packaging and thermal system design for high-performance power electronics. You will build and test complex converters, perform structural and thermal analysis, and mentor junior engineers within a hybrid work setting.

The role requires a BS in mechanical engineering, US citizenship or DoD clearance eligibility, and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams across manufacturing and

Qualifications

• BS in mechanical engineering required; graduate work acceptable in lieu of some work experience.
• U.S. citizenship or pre-authorized DoD clearance required; ability to obtain DoD security clearance.
• Experience in 3D electronics packaging, thermal system design, and hardware build/test is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Package complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems.
• Design thermal management systems for power electronics.
• Perform structural analysis for components and ruggedized enclosures; use FEA, CFD, and hand calculations.
• Create, review, and issue prototype and production drawings per GD&T standards.
• Source vendors and procure custom parts; lead cross-functional teams.
• Prepare technical presentations and design reviews for customers; mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Creo 3D modeling

Windchill PLM

FEA/CFD analysis

Thermal management design

3D electronics packaging

Leadership / mentoring

Vendor communication

Education

BS in mechanical engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

Creo Simulate

Creo Flow

SimLab

Job description

Responsibilities

RCT Systems, Power Systems Division, is seeking Senior Mechanical Engineers specializing in 3D electronics packaging, thermal system design, and hardware build and test. Responsibilities of a qualified Senior Mechanical Engineer candidate will include:

• Package complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems
• Build and test complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems
• Design thermal management systems for power electronics
• Perform structural analysis for components, support structures, and ruggedized enclosures under harsh environmental conditions and shock and vibration
• Use FEA, CFD, and hand calculations for thermal and structural analysis
• Create, review, and issue prototype and production level drawings IAW GD&T standards
• Source vendors and communicate for quoting and procurement of custom parts
• Prepare and perform technical presentations and design reviews for customers
• Create and maintain process and build documentation in conjunction with operations team
• Write and/or review ME focused patents, whitepapers, and technical conference/journal articles
• Lead cross-functional teams to develop solid-state power conversion systems
• Provide technical input into business development activities
• Mentor junior engineers
• United States Citizenship, or pre-authorized government-issued clearance to work with sensitive U.S. government information, is required due to US Government ITAR program restrictions. You *must* indicate citizenship status on resume/CV or cover letter – applications not identifying citizenship status will *not* be considered. Note that even if you have an active security clearance, you must identify citizenship on your submitted application documents.
• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
• BS in mechanical engineering is required; graduate work is acceptable in lieu of some work experience
• Candidates with strengths in some of the following areas are highly encouraged to apply:
  • CREO 3D modeling software
  • Windchill PLM software (Administrator experience is a plus)
  • FEA and CFD modeling software packages
  • Designing thermal management systems and/or high-performance heat exchangers
  • Mechanical shock and vibration analysis
  • Working with on-site manufacturing in a rapid prototyping environment

Immediate Requirements/Projects Include

• MW scale power converters for Naval ship applications
• Preparation of technical data package and related documentation
• Thermal design of coldplates, heat exchangers, and overall TMS for large power electronics systems
• Structural, thermal, and shock and vibration analysis in SimLab, Creo Simulate, and Creo Flow
• Naval shipboard and undersea submersible component design

RCT Systems PSD supports hybrid (remote/in-office) and flexible work schedules; however, candidates must reside within (or be willing to relocate to) commuting distance of our Baltimore, MD facility.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Generous PTO and Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Flexible schedules available

RCT Systems is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.