R&D Mechatronics Engineer: Prototyping & Systems

Applied Research Associates, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc., Test Technology Division in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Research and Development Mechatronics Engineer to join our team. You will assist the Engineering and Scientific staff in integrating COTS software with unique test articles and research platforms, and install control systems to optimize performance.

You will gain a deep understanding of defense research related to ordinance and energetics, while also assisting with program management, planning and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent
• Experience with automation and control systems and software such as National Instruments, Allen Bradley
• Able to read schematic diagrams and support assembly of test setups and field testing
• Supervise layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of experimental or test hardware
• Critical thinking and collaborative skills
• Experienced in prototyping, simulating and testing integrated sensor systems and electronic controls
• Project management
• Electrical design
• Technical drawing and drafting for build to print packages
• AutoCAD-electric, SolidWorks

Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Interface with customers/executives and communicate effectively with key stakeholders
• Support engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D models
• Assist with engineering calculations, design drawings, preliminary cost estimates
• Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics and reports
• Develop new skillsets to support dynamic R&D needs

Skills

Critical thinking

Team communication

Project management

Electrical design

Prototype testing

Schematic reading

Build-to-print drafting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

National Instruments

Allen Bradley

AutoCAD-electric

SolidWorks

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc., Test Technology Division in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Research and Development Mechatronics Engineer to join our team. You will assist the Engineering and Scientific staff in integrating COTS software with unique test articles and research platforms, and install control systems to optimize performance.

You will gain a deep understanding of defense research related to ordinance and energetics, while also assisting with program management, planning and