Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Pay Rate: 40-48 per hour

On site West Lafayette Indiana 47906

12 month contract to start

The Mechanical Design Engineer works in project teams to provide a broad range of mechanical engineering expertise designing complex analytical instrumentation systems and components for field application of scientific analytical equipment. The candidate will be responsible for all mechanical designs including packaging, machined, and fabricated components for vacuum and inlet assemblies, electronic enclosures, and mounting systems. This position includes involvement in prototyping and interfacing with scientific and manufacturing teams. Responsibilities include planning and tracking your own work schedules.

Detailed Description:

• Product Development (CAD Design)
• Rapid Prototyping (additive and non-additive)
• Test fixture development
• Documentation including drawings, build procedures, test procedures, etc.

Requirements:

• BSME/MSME preferred from an accredited institution
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in mechanical design and product development
• Experience with SolidWorks
• Experience with SolidWorks EPDM or other PDM tools a plus
• Experience with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) practices
• Experience directing and working with Industrial Designers a plus
• Working knowledge of electro-mechanical assembly design
• Knowledge of machining practices and what parts can/cannot be created in a machine shop
• Knowledge of sheet metal design practices including strength and tolerancing
• Knowledge of injection molding practices to include draft angles, texture, materials, etc. a plus
• Interface with suppliers during product development to expedite and coordinate part deliveries and resolve design issues with suppliers
• Provide ongoing engineering support for production instruments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• High energy, proactive orientation; comfortable in a dynamic, entrepreneurial atmosphere
• Practical/hands on experience with assembly of electro-mechanical components and systems
• Some travel to customer sites and to test ranges may be required
• US Citizenship Required

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.