Robotics Mechanical Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC) in Pittsburgh seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, fabricate, assemble and test advanced robotic systems in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include CAD modeling, electromechanical analysis, testing, documentation, and interaction with customers and vendors; some travel for field programs.

Requirements: B.S. in engineering, 3–5 years’ related experience, SolidWorks, and strong problem-solving;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of related engineering experience.
• Proven track record in developing mechanical systems.
• Strong organizational, planning, and analytical skills.
• Independent judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• 3D modeling experience (SolidWorks preferred).
• A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform research, design, develop, and test electromechanical systems for robotic applications.
• Apply engineering design process from conceptualization to prototype development and validation.
• Perform modeling, analysis, and simulation of electromechanical systems.
• Develop CAD models and drawings of electromechanical assemblies and systems.
• Perform light fabrication, subsystem assembly, and integration of subsystems.
• Formulate and perform electromechanical system tests.
• Document analyses, design, and build test reports.
• Travel to support field experiments and off-site test programs.
• Interact with and present to customers and work with subcontractors and vendors of technology.

Skills

3D modeling

Analytical skills

Project coordination

Independent problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University’s National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC) in Pittsburgh seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, fabricate, assemble and test advanced robotic systems in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include CAD modeling, electromechanical analysis, testing, documentation, and interaction with customers and vendors; some travel for field programs.

Requirements: B.S. in engineering, 3–5 years’ related experience, SolidWorks, and strong problem-solving;