Senior Mechanical Engineer

Battelle Memorial Institute; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible compressed schedule

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Battelle Memorial Institute in Kentucky seeks an experienced engineer to perform advanced mechanical research and analysis on components, write technical documents, and support program goals.

The role covers design, testing, and maintenance of mechanical systems, applying mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, materials science, and CAD tools; leads small projects and mentors staff, with a flexible hybrid in-office/remote arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a related field with substantial experience; advanced degrees preferred.
• Strong communication skills are essential for client and team interactions.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior staff in project work.

Responsibilities

• Compile and evaluate design and test data, prepare technical specifications and analyses.
• Analyze data and prepare technical reports and client presentations.
• Lead small technical projects or phases within time and budget constraints.
• Mentor and coordinate engineers and support staff.
• Coordinate with clients and contribute to business development efforts.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo CAD

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Performs advanced engineering research and analysis on a variety of mechanical components. Conducts quality control review, data reporting, and writes/reviews technical documents.

Designs, analyzes, tests, manufactures, and maintains mechanical components and systems, tests equipment. Applies principles of engineering, physics, and materials science as well as an understanding of core areas including mechanics, kinematics, dynamics, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, materials science, structural analysis, chemistry, life sciences and electricity along with tools like computer‐aided design and product lifecycle management to design and analyze manufacturing plants, industrial equipment, and machinery; heating and cooling systems; transport systems; aircraft; watercraft; robotics; medical devices; weapons; and others. Researches, plans, designs, and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines, and mechanical, thermal hydraulic, or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Designs, develops, and implements numerical methods for Computational Fluid Dynamics or Structural Mechanics analyses using advanced programming techniques. Conducts research and evaluation of technologies and methods for efficient operation and control of energy, water, and other resources.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex assignments by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for product, process or materials specifications.
• Analyzes and interprets data collected.
• Prepares technical reports and makes presentations to client, both formal and informal.
• Conducts and/or leads small technical projects or phases of technical projects.
• May provide technical direction to and coordinate the efforts of engineers and technical support staff in the performance of assigned projects within time and budget constraints.
• Assists with proposal efforts.
• May prepare technical sections of proposals.
• Builds relationships with internal and external clients and presents research results.
• Communicates with client regarding the schedule and quality of deliverables.
• Contributes to IR&D studies.
• Supports business development efforts led by others and secures follow-on work.
• May assist with the coordination of and participation in Battelle-sponsored conferences.
• May participate in scientific conferences, peer review panels, and increases company visibility through publications.
• Oversees, mentors and trains lower-level staff.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field with 8 years of experience or, master's degree in related field with 5 years of experience or, PhD with 2 years of experience in related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Ability to lead/mentor junior-level staff is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

Ideal candidate would have experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Welded process piping assemblies
• Aircraft components
• Robotics
• Water treatment technologies
• Medical devices
• Chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) sensors
• Proficient in Solidworks or Creo CAD software
• Experience working with government clients
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• **Balance life through a compressed work schedule** : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• **Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:** You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• **Take time to recharge** : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• **Prioritize wellness** : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
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