Mechanical Engineer II (Actuation)

Position Mechanical Engineer II (Actuation) Location Parsippany, NJ Job Id 2019-685 # of Openings 1 About the Job The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for completing and contributing to the design, development, testing, qualification, and production support of products in a cost‑effective and timely fashion to meet the customer’s needs and schedules. The engineer works within a multi‑disciplined organization and enlists the help of other disciplines when necessary, such as engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and quality assurance. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Design electromechanical actuators from a blank sheet of paper to meet customer requirements. Design spur, bevel, worm, and planetary gears. Design and analyze kinematic mechanisms such as slider‑crank, Scotch Yoke, and four‑bar linkages. Sizing and selection of ball screws capable of meeting system performance requirements. Sizing and selection of bearings (radial, thrust, angular contact) to meet loads and life necessary to meet system performance. Familiar with brushless DC motor design. Create and modify drawings with appropriate GD&T, document changes, and verify bill of materials; ensure drawing accuracy. Design cost‑effective, manufacturable hardware considering tolerance stack‑ups, ease of assembly, customer installation requirements, materials of construction, methods of manufacture, mechanical environment (thermal and vibration), application loading, preliminary analytical results (hand calculations and FEA), and mistake‑proofing. Disposition non‑conforming hardware and correct production/vendor issues. Perform failure investigations of designs. Create, review, and approve processes for assembly, test, and related activities for development and qualification testing of a design. Interface with internal and external customers to determine product changes needed for applications as a company representative. Write technical documents for internal and external customers. Participate in design reviews (internal and external). Support new business pursuits that address program technical requirements, schedules, and costs. Mentor and guide junior team members. Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills Required Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. 2–6 years of experience designing and testing designs to Mil‑Std‑810 environments or similar (humidity, salt fog, vibration, and shock). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience solving technical problems using a methodical scientific approach. Experience in 3‑D modeling of mechanical components and assemblies, preferably with CREO. Experience with electromechanical actuation servo systems. Experience with brushless DC motor design and/or operation. Experience with finite element analysis for structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis. Organizational and task‑management skills to work on concurrent issues in parallel. Leadership skills to interface with various teams and disciplines at the company. Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as additive manufacturing, casting, milling, turning, grinding, drilling, etc. Must be a U.S. citizen, ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Will be exposed to typical manufacturing/machine shop conditions (fluids, fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise, vibration). Work may involve use of standard office equipment and appropriate personal protective equipment. Temperature of work environment may be affected by external temperatures or machining processes. Some travel (up to 15%) may be required. Full‑time position. Physical Requirements Regularly required to talk and hear. Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Regularly required to stand 7–8 hours daily, walk consistently, stoop, bend, turn, balance, and/or crouch, and move about the facility. Requires skillful use of measuring instruments, hand, and power tools. May be required to lift, push, pull, or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Pay Range $87,500 – $115,000 Benefits Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) plan with company match; tuition assistance; paid vacation, sick and personal days; paid holidays; and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks. #J-18808-Ljbffr