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.
Senior Mechanical Engineer Permanent (Onsite) Kirkland WA About the
Client:
Client offers the world's first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Their high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Client offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Perform radar enclosure and associated PCBA integration design Create engineering drawings Perform thermal, structural, and modal analysis Support integration and field-testing activities for client's MESA-based products Conduct enclosure trade-studies/sketches Perform detailed CAD design Conduct hand calculations and FEA simulation Analyze customer environment specifications and tailor solutions accordingly Manage fabrication vendors from prototype through production Implement Product Life Management processes and controls Other related tasks required to fulfill the needs of the business
Must-Have Requirements:
BS, MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, with +5 years experience Eligible to handle export-controlled data (ITAR, EAR) Core skills / technologies: Senior-engineer level experience in mechanical engineering design for electro-mechanical products, with deep understanding of thermal, electrical, and environmental considerations. Knowledge of the mechanical considerations of PCB design and PCB packaging. Ability to advise RF, Microwave, Digital & Antenna engineering teams on constraints (mechanical, environmental, thermal) & work to a production solution. Advanced-to-expert level user of Solidworks. Knowledge in implementing, interpreting and explaining
ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
Knowledge in hand and computational analysis for modal, stress and thermal considerations. Years of experience (if required): 5+ years
Nice-to-Have Skills:
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills): Proficient experience in ANSYS/similar analysis software for thermal and structural computational analyses. Experience leading the mechanical design of RF or millimeter-wave transmit/receive modules, or equivalent PWA-based transceivers, at x-band or above through qualification & product launch. Certified in
ASME Y14.5 GD&T
Experience designing and certifying products for IP rating requirements. Knowledge of various production processes and ability to tailor design to those processes to meet design to cost objectives. Relationships with local fabrication shops. Knowledge and/or experience with design approaches for RF isolation requirements Benefits RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
Generous Benefits:
Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you Choice of PPO or
HDHP/HSA
Virtual Care - 98Point6 Employee Assistance Program Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera) Travel Assistance Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt) 401(k) match Pet Insurance Prepaid Legal Program Commuter Benefits Paid Company Holidays
