Description:
Summary:
The Mechanical Engineer is an active participant in the design, procurement, fabrication, assembly, integration, start-up, and commissioning of very large-scale automated aerospace assembly systems. They will work with other Design Engineers to concept, develop and design conventional and automated tooling systems and customized machine tools for the aerospace industry.
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Design tools and automation equipment for aircraft and other precision manufacturing industries.
-Prioritize project goals related to the mechanical design engineering department.
-Provide support for new product introduction to manufacturing.
-Creates and revises 3D designs and 2D drawings in accordance with internal and/or customer requirements.
-Self-checks and reviews all designs and drawings prior to final release to checking.
-Follows design procedures, fills out required forms and closes all actions associated with internal and customer design processes.
-Possess required experience, skills and attributes for assigned level in engineering, technology, (software) tools, and personal & leadership on the Engineering
Skills Matrix.
1)Engineering – In training for concepting and stress; trained but needs support in design and technical publications, can work autonomously to create
drawings.
2)Technologies – In training for machine design and integration; trained but needs support in jigs & tools, platforms, and operations.
3)Software Tools – Trained but needs support in CATIA and GURU.
-Fields telephone calls from build suppliers and shop personnel for mechanical design engineering problems and associated issues.
-Ensure all changes, DCNs, and as-built information is incorporated on drawings.
-Select, record, file, and maintain all component information for concepts and designs.
-Perform component and material sizing for designs; requests and provides input to cognizant stress analysis engineers.
-Understand and follow safety & environmental regulations and identify safety/environmental concerns.
-Adhere to the Quality System and participates in Continuous Improvement.
-Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Education and Work Experience:
-Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
-2-3 years related experience in one or more of the following: Heavy Machine Design, Structural Design Aerospace Tooling Assembly Systems and Automation.
-Manufacturing and machine shop experience or relevant experience preferred.
-CAD Software Knowledge: CATIA V5, NX or Equivalent software knowledge (Solidworks, Pro E, etc.)
-Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software (Ansys or Femap is preferred)
-Must be able to obtain, maintain and/or currently possess a Secret security clearance.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Read and understand drawings and schematics (ie: electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics).
-Use computer-aided design (CAD).
-Display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner.
-Familiar with a variety of fabrication concepts, practices, and procedures.
-Knowledge of design techniques, tools, fixtures, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
-Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
-Knowledge of engineering and programming including electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and computer programming.
-Highly motivated and keen to work in a fast-paced organization.
-Self-starter, ability to work independently, act and deliver results, exercising high level judgment in the absence of explicit direction.
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Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.