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Chipton-Ross
Specialist Mechanical Engineering
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What they do
A Mechanical Engineer researches, designs, develops, constructs, and tests mechanical devices including machines, engines and tools. Works on devices ranging from power generators to household dishwashers to surgical equipment. May specialize in a particular type of machine or tool. May develop new devices or improve existing ones to run more efficiently.
$119,345 / year median in California
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Specialist Mechanical Engineering for a contract opportunity in Anaheim, CA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
(REQUIREDSKILLS/EXPERIENCE
):- Proficiency with any major 3D CAD program (Inventor, SolidWorks, NX, Creo, CATIA, or equivalent).
- Demonstrated ability to generate, review, and control engineering documentation (drawings, specifications, procedures, ECRs/ECOs).
- Demonstrated experience creating engineering drawings compliant with
ASME Y14
standards (GD&T, drawing practices, tolerancing).- Ability to work independently with minimal direction while collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines.
- Ability to support design reviews and mentor junior engineers.
- Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Secret clearance.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general supervision, the Specialist Mechanical Engineer temp supports the design, layout, testing, and evaluation of mechanical and electromechanical components used in defense power conversion systems. This role requires strong mechanical design capability, with specific emphasis on 3D CAD modeling, engineering documentation, and creating mechanical drawings compliant withASME Y14
standards. The engineer works crossfunctionally with production, systems & test, electrical, and project engineering to ensure mechanical designs satisfy program requirements for missioncritical systems.- Perform mechanical design and 3D CAD modeling using major CAD tools (Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo, NX, CATIA, or equivalent).
- Develop and maintain mechanical drawings, engineering documentation, tolerance analyses, and specifications in accordance with
ASME Y14
standards.- Support production by resolving manufacturability, assembly, and hardware build issues, ensuring designs are efficient to fabricate and assemble.
- Participate in design reviews and provide
- Work hands-on with mechanical hardware in Navy highpower environments.
- Collaborate effectively with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems & Test Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Project Engineering, Chief Engineers, and Program Management.
- Travel up to 15%.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
(DESIREDSKILLS/EXPERIENCE
):- Experience with Autodesk Inventor
- Familiarity with Navy/military specifications
- Experience with highpower or highvoltage electromechanical systems
- Experience with qualification and functional testing of Navy/military systems
- Experience with PLM systems (Oracle Agile or Siemens Teamcenter preferred)
- Experience with material/finish selection for ruggedized or military systems
- Experience with Structural FEA (static & dynamic), using Ansys or equivalent
- Experience with Thermal analysis, using Ansys or equivalent
- Experience with 3D printing / additive manufacturing (FDM/FFF, PBF, DED, Binder Jet)
REQUIRED EDUCATION
- Accredited Bachelors Degree and minimum 4 years of prior related experience
- Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
- In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
WORK HOURS
- 9/80
ADDITIONAL:
- Candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance