Mechanical Tech: CAD, Sensors & Fabrication

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech seeks a Mechanical Engineer to perform a range of ME tasks, developing tools and hardware for VTTI projects. You will design brackets, mounts, power and data cables, instrument vehicles with data acquisition systems, and integrate sensors while building enclosures and refining hardware.

You will ensure compliance with codes and regulations, inspect research apparatus, and contribute to data analysis, reductions and reporting for studies. Overtime applies; pay is $22-$28/hr.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and safely.
• Experience using CAD and other design tools.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with fabrication practices and techniques.
• Experience with data analysis and reduction for research.
• Knowledge of vehicle electrical and electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical engineering tasks including analysis and problem solving.
• Design and fabricate brackets, mounts, and enclosures.
• Instrument vehicles with data acquisition systems, sensors, and cables.
• Integrate and test sensors and electronic components.
• Conduct data analysis and document results for reports.
• Ensure designs meet codes, standards and agency requirements.
• Prepare detailed test procedures and study presentations.

Skills

Independent work

CAD abilities

Fabrication skills

Soldering tools familiarity

Data analysis

Report preparation

Interpreting manuals/drawings

Electrical knowledge

Problem diagnosis

Data analysis protocol following

Tools

CAD

MIG welding

TIG welding

Mills

Lathes

Data acquisition systems

Python

Matlab

VB scripting

Windows

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Virginia Tech seeks a Mechanical Engineer to perform a range of ME tasks, developing tools and hardware for VTTI projects. You will design brackets, mounts, power and data cables, instrument vehicles with data acquisition systems, and integrate sensors while building enclosures and refining hardware.

You will ensure compliance with codes and regulations, inspect research apparatus, and contribute to data analysis, reductions and reporting for studies. Overtime applies; pay is $22-$28/hr.