Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Title : Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Position Description : Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Sr. Mechanical Engineer with our client located in Pleasanton, CA.

Job Description:

• The Sr. Mechanical Engineer (ME) will report to the Manager of Mechanical Engineering in support of all mechanical engineering-related activities.
• Primary effort will be to support all hardware development (R&D) activities in the Development Engineering group.
• In addition, he/she will also participate in activities related to operations (NPI), quality and systems engineering directed by the Sr. Mechanical Engineer.
• The candidate should have experience and background in mechanical modeling (Solid Works) and prototyping (3D printing, CNC).
• The candidate will create mechanical drawings and carry out tolerance analysis of all modules and parts in the lidar assembly.
• He/she will participate in incoming inspection (IQC) of parts in support of quality and development cycles.
• The candidate should have experience in mechanical, thermal and flow simulations using FEA software to model loads/stress, heat dissipation and other physical parameters.

Job Responsibilities :

• Able to manage tasks based on workload, priorities, and scheduling requirements.
• Design parts and assemblies using 3D CAD software containing optics, electronics, and mechanical components with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks).
• Perform Mechanical, Thermal, and flow simulations using FEA software.
• Create manufacturing drawings using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
• Design, build and troubleshoot prototype devices and testing fixtures.
• Engage in testing, perform root cause analysis, and perform other design verification activities.
• Attend meetings with external suppliers and contract manufacturers and advise on technical issues.
• Create detailed Bills of Material and technical specifications documents for products.
• Serve as subject matter expert and perform engineering change notice processes.
• Assist other groups as needed.
• Occasional lifting up to 40lbs.
• Occasional travel to contract manufacturer sites and other activities (<10%)

Job Qualification:

• 7+ years' experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Understanding of automotive, aerospace, and industrial equipment environments, design of opto-mechanical and electrical equipment to operate and survive in the presence of such environments.
• Experience with interfacing electrical boards (PCBs) with mechanical structures
• Mechanical and thermal modeling/analysis
• Solidworks is must have
• Advanced skills with 3D CAD and CAE software Solidworks, and 3D printers
• Proven understanding and ability to use hand and powered machine tools.
• Understanding standard fabrication processes and ability to design easily manufactured parts.
• Ability to produce technical presentations for both internal & external target audiences.
• Experience with design engineering process, documentation and configuration control of the design and associated documentation.
• Extensive experience in mechanical concept development in support of proposals for new business pursuits (startups).
• Excellent communication, presentation & collaboration skills.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Experience with optics and opto-mechanical systems (lens, lasers, fibers).
• Experience with thermal management of electronic components.
• Experience with industrial design
• Experience in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract:
• Pay Range: $70-100/hr.
• Location: Pleasanton, CA (Onsite).

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation - from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies . We're passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.


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