Senior Mechanical Engineer

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation in Portland, OR is seeking an experienced engineer for conceptual design and advanced mechanical/electro-mechanical assemblies. SolidWorks and 3D CAD are essential as you manage parts and assemblies, develop schedules, and support releases.

Expect travel and a hands-on role with prototypes in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in advanced design, familiarity with MIL standards, ISO 9001/AS9100 experience, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• 3D CAD and mechanical design; SolidWorks experience required.
• 6+ years in advanced design of mechanical/electro-mechanical assemblies; embedded focus preferred.
• 5 years of product design experience.
• Sheetmetal, machined parts and 3D printed parts design knowledge.
• MIL standards familiarity (MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461) preferred.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Conceptual design, 3D modeling, part and assembly drawings.
• Engineering project management and schedule development.
• Develop product design schedules and cost estimates.
• Support engineering releases and revisions.
• Support development testing and validation.
• Analyze failures and propose corrective actions.
• Hands-on prototype validation and manufacturability improvements.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to resolve issues.

Skills

3D CAD

SolidWorks

Mechanical design

Electro-mechanical

Sheetmetal design

Wiring harness design

Materials knowledge

Thermal/Fluid basics

MIL standards familiarity

ISO 9001/AS9100

Tools

MS Office

Excel

MS Project

PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Portland, OR

Salary Range: $94,700 - 125,000 per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Oregon. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People:

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/)

Your Challenge:

• Conceptual design, 3D modeling, Piece part and Assembly level drawings
• Engineering project management
• Develop product design schedules and cost estimates
• Support engineering releases and revisions
• Support development testing and validation
• Analyze failures and recommend corrective action
• Hands on prototype validation
• Contribute to improvement of corporate engineering standards and processes
• Performance requires physical attendance and may require limited travel
• Other duties as assigned

What you bring:

• 3D CAD and mechanical design. SolidWorks experience is required
• 6+ years of advanced design of mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies, embedded industry preferred
• 5 years of product design experience
• Design of sheetmetal, machined parts and 3D printed parts
• Cable assemblies and/or wire harness design desirable
• Working knowledge of fasteners, press-in hardware, adhesives and assembly methods
• Knowledge of materials (aluminum, plastics, copper) and finishes (anodizing, painting, plating)
• Basic structural and fluid dynamics
• Basic thermal and airflow calculations
• Knowledge in designing for thermal, vibration and shock applications
• Understanding of product design for outdoor, dynamic or harsh environments; Military product design highly desirable
• Familiarity with MIL standards. Strong preference to experience with MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461
• Knowledge or experience in injection molding, thermoform, casting and other high-volume production methods desirable
• Experience with specifying or selecting wire size, wire type, terminals and crimping requirements, electrical terminations
• Knowledge of UL requirements for safety of electronic assemblies desirable
• Ability to develop test plans, fixtures and conduct in-house systems and basic testing. Support activities at internal or external testing facilities (thermal, vibration, shock, EMI)
• Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management system required
• Strong engineering skills with internal team project management duties
• Ability to multi-task and manage various project related duties
• Ability to determine/initiate tasks
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and implement solutions for near and long-term resolution
• Conduct internal design reviews and interface directly with customer or internal departments regarding product requirements and details
• Hands on involvement with manufacturing group evaluating prototypes of new products and implementing improvements in the design for manufacturability
• Ability to work with component vendors and outside manufacturing contractors to resolve process and design issues
• Knowledge of Bill of Materials structure and documentation standards (ANSI Y14.5)
• Check engineering drawings and evaluate tolerances
• Create assembly and part drawings
• Proficient with Microsoft suite of applications: Excel, Project, PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail is a must
• Must be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlines

Who We Are:

Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

Pacific Star Communications, a Curtiss-Wright company, designs, manufactures and integrates hardware and software systems that enable rapid deployment of enterprise-class communications anywhere in the world. Intuitive and wizard-based, IQ-Core Software simplifies setup and enables management of these complex deployed networks by users with limited training. Our systems are used in mission-critical environments including military and disaster recovery - that demand the highest possible levels of quality. Innovation, creativity, and quality are built into our DNA here at PacStar and we look for the same in our employees. In return, we offer a rewarding environment in which our employees can thrive.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. ([e-mail])

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ([e-mail]) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.