Senior Mechanical Engineer

Atec; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Atec is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead design, analysis, fabrication, and installation of complex mechanical systems. You will drive projects from SOW review through testing and field deployment, using SolidWorks for 3-D modeling and ANSYS for structural and CFD analyses.

Responsibilities include mentoring junior engineers, coordinating with engineering staff, ensuring AS9100/ISO compliance, and developing technical documentation and proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; eight or more years related experience and / or training; or combination of education and experience.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering Technology preferred.
• Extensive experience using 3-D Solid Modeling software (SolidWorks), Structural FEA (ANSYS and / or SolidWorks Simulation), CFD software (ANSYS CFX / FLUENT or SolidWorks Flow Simulation), spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Takes a lead engineering role in all engineering aspects of projects -- design, analysis, testing, and hardware/system installation.
• Review customer statement of work (SOW) documents, specifications, and manuals to ensure all requirements are met or exceeded for projects involving new product design, hardware modification, and engineering analyses.
• Design components of mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, or heat transfer systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines, and structures.
• Prepare or direct preparation of product or system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
• Perform engineering analyses of components and systems using finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), classical hand calculations, and other methods.

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; eight or more years related experience and / or training; or combination of education and experience.

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

CFD software

MATLAB

Job description

SUMMARY

Perform, direct, and coordinate activities involved in design, analysis, fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of mechanical or electromechanical products and systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Takes a lead engineering role in all engineering aspects of projects -- design, analysis, testing, and hardware/system installation.
• Review customer statement of work (SOW) documents, specifications, and manuals to ensure all requirements are met or exceeded for projects involving new product design, hardware modification, and engineering analyses.
• Design components of mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, or heat transfer systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines, and structures.
• Prepare or direct preparation of product or system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
• Perform engineering analyses of components and systems using finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), classical hand calculations, and other methods.
• Analyze air flow of jet engine test facilities using CFD to determine acceptable performance characteristics versus specification requirements.
• Provide training to engineering staff covering CFD and FEA theory, methodology, and data analysis.
• Support marketing efforts to provide CFD and FEA services to outside customers.
• Stay current on engineering software capabilities and techniques, as well as physical testing methods. Provide engineering training to engineering personnel on software and various engineering topics. Identify new engineering materials and implement them in designs.
• Direct personnel in fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, as well as the development of methods and procedures for testing products or systems. Actively participate in product testing.
• Direct and coordinate fabrication and installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to required industry and government standards, as well as customer specifications.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities.
• Evaluate field installations and recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions, as well as improve system performance.
• Work with Technical Publications Group to revise and create Technical Orders, Manuals, and other documentation.
• Assist in developing quotes and technical proposals.
• Work to stay within project budgets and schedules.
• Extensive experience using 3-D Solid Modeling software (SolidWorks), Structural FEA (ANSYS or SolidWorks Simulation), CFD software (ANSYS CFX / FLUENT or SolidWorks Flow Simulation), MATLAB, and Microsoft Office products.
• Extended work hours and/or travel may occasionally be required.
• Evaluate engineering, manufacturing, and business processes, making suggestions as appropriate to drive change and improve Atec's operations.
• Develop, mentor, and train Mechanical Engineering staff and actively check junior engineers' designs, drawings, simulation models, engineering analyses, and reports. Take ownership of these designs and analyses to ensure they meet all requirements, including but not limited to the fit of mating structures, tolerances, manufacturability, product performance, and structural integrity.
• Identify training needs of junior engineers and make recommendations to Mechanical Engineering Manager.
• Acts as a positive role model for junior engineers.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Ensure activities are conducted in accordance with Atec International Standards Organization (AS9100/ISO) policies and correct and report any deviations to appropriate area manager/supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

AS9100/ISO SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Be familiar with and understand Atec Quality Policy and company objectives.
• Understand required AS9100/ISO specific Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Complete all records required by Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Participate in Atec Continuous Improvement activities as appropriate.
• Participate in AS9100/ISO training as required.
• Cooperate with Auditors.
• Report any deviations to appropriate area manager/supervisor.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; eight or more years related experience and / or training; or combination of education and experience.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering Technology preferred.
• Extensive experience using 3-D Solid Modeling software (SolidWorks), Structural FEA (ANSYS and / or SolidWorks Simulation), CFD software (ANSYS CFX / FLUENT or SolidWorks Flow Simulation), spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office products.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Extended work hours and/or travel may occasionally be required.
• www.Atec.com Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
• If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Andrea Lopez at 281-276-2700.