Mechanical Engineer - Test and Measurement

VMC Group; Bloomingdale (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with company match

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Generous annual time off policy

12 Company-Paid holidays

Wellness Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

VMC Group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer located in Bloomingdale, New Jersey. The role involves providing engineering analysis for seismic and wind certification of mechanical and electrical equipment, ensuring compliance with building codes and industry standards.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 2 years' experience in engineering calculations. Strong proficiency in tools like FEM, FEA, and MATLAB is preferred. Benefits include health insurance, 401K, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in engineering calculations and/or finite element modeling.
• Experience with FEM and FEA preferred.
• Familiarity with IBC (International Building Code) standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out, document and communicate project status.
• Review and analyze customer supplied drawings.
• Perform analysis on sheet metal and/or structural components.
• Write reports documenting findings and analysis.
• Prepare project status reports.
• Design and analyze test fixtures.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of shake tests.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to read and interpret manufacturing and structural drawings

Understanding of engineering principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

Tools

MATLAB

FEM (Finite Element Method)

FEA (Finite Element Analysis)

Job description

Description

The Mechanical Engineer provides engineering analysis and support to certify mechanical and electrical equipment for seismic and wind events to meet building code requirements and industry standards.

Job Type

Full-time

Responsibilities

• Carry out, document and communicate status of the project plan
• Review and analyze customer supplied drawings for product seismic and or wind certification. Follow the master project schedule and established methodology to meet established schedule, details, timeline and parameters.
• Perform analysis and report on sheet metal and/or structural steel components of non-structural equipment to determine the equipment’s ability to withstand the specified seismic or wind loads.
• Write formal reports documenting the findings and analysis of the equipment undergoing certification.
• Prepare project status reports.
• Design and analyze test fixtures.
• Coordinate test plans with Field Engineer.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of shake tests.
• Communicate any scope deviations to management.
• Manage customer expectations.
• Proactively engage the customer, communicate project status relative to the project plan and schedule.
• Create clear and concise documents as required by the project plan and general engineering principles.
• Comprehensive documentation to be understandable, technically correct and presentable.
• Create certification document for presentation to executive management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel functions, formulas, and data manipulation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from manufacturing and structural drawings.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles with the ability to apply sound technical judgment in daily work.

Core Competencies

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Highly autonomous, able to manage tasks and priorities with minimal supervision.
• Confident communicator, effective in both technical and cross-functional environments.
• Strong follow-through with a proven ability to meet commitments and deadlines.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive problem solver who identifies issues and drives solutions forward.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in engineering calculations and/or finite element modeling.
• Experience with FEM (Finite Element Method) and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) preferred.
• MATLAB experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with IBC (International Building Code) standards is a plus.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Generous annual time off policy.
• 12 Company-Paid holidays.
• A Solid Wellness Program to support your personal health goals.
• Professional development opportunities.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Salary: $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 yearly