Mechanical Systems Engineer - Marine Robotics & AUVs

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's Center for Marine Autonomy and Robotics (CMAR) seeks a Mechanical Systems Engineer to design, fabricate, integrate, test, and improve mechanical and electromechanical systems for AUVs, ASVs, and related marine robotic platforms. You will translate performance requirements into CAD models and drawings, coordinate fabrication, and support lab and field operations.

The role requires a BS in mechanical/ocean engineering or related fields, CAD and fabrication knowledge, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, ocean engineering, or closely related field.
• Knowledge of mechanical design, engineering fundamentals, or electromechanical systems.
• Ability to create or revise CAD models and interpret drawings, assemblies, and specs.
• Knowledge of fabrication or manufacturing processes such as machining or additive manufacturing.
• Ability to analyze problems, document results, and follow safety requirements.
• Eligibility to access Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and possible clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, integrate, test, and improve mechanical/electromechanical systems for marine robotics.
• Translate performance requirements into CAD models and drawings.
• Coordinate fabrication, evaluate materials, and assess system performance.
• Support laboratory and field operations and safety requirements.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering fundamentals

CAD modeling

Engineering drawings interpretation

Fabrication processes

Problem analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, ocean engineering, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Finite element analysis

Job description

Virginia Tech's Center for Marine Autonomy and Robotics (CMAR) seeks a Mechanical Systems Engineer to design, fabricate, integrate, test, and improve mechanical and electromechanical systems for AUVs, ASVs, and related marine robotic platforms. You will translate performance requirements into CAD models and drawings, coordinate fabrication, and support lab and field operations.

The role requires a BS in mechanical/ocean engineering or related fields, CAD and fabrication knowledge, and