Job Title: Mechanical Engineer II
Location: New York, NY - Onsite
Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension)
Our client is a Mechanical Engineer with rapid prototyping, fixture development, and mechanical testing experience. We seek someone with the curiosity to research and investigate the design and functionality of a new class of wearable technology. In this role, you will prototype and rework design concepts, generate fixture designs, make engineering drawings, execute testing, and analyze results. The role is 100% in-office in NYC
Skills:
- Lab Experience: Hands-on experimentation and testing
- Prototyping: Designing and building prototypes
- Mechanical Characterization: Understanding of mechanical properties and behavior
- Analytical Skills: Data analysis and trend identification
- Strong Mechanical Engineering Fundamentals: A solid grasp of mechanical engineering principles and concepts.
Job Responsibilities:
- Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test wearable devices with a focus on rapid prototyping and device rework/repair
- Design mechanical test fixtures and generate testing procedures
- Execute mechanical testing to characterize hardware using both standard and custom testing procedures
- Analyze test data against hardware specifications
- Assist with device failure analysis
- Provide 2D/3D of fixture and prototype concepts
- 100% in-office and lab work in NYC to include prototype assembly and rework, fixture development, and mechanical testing
Must Have:
Computer Aided Design (CAD) skills: Proficiency in CAD software, preferably NX CAD, to create 2D/3D designs and engineering drawings.
Mechanical testing experience: Familiarity with mechanical test and inspection equipment such as Instron, microscopes, OMM, temperature and humidity chambers.
Prototyping skills: Ability to model, build, test, and refine prototypes using various prototyping equipment like 3DP, laser cutter, heating elements, adhesives dispense/activation, and soldering.
Nice to Have:
Failure analysis expertise: Experience in device failure analysis to assist in identifying and resolving issues with wearable devices.
Rapid prototyping knowledge: Familiarity with rapid prototyping techniques and tools to enhance efficiency in the design and development process.
Data analysis skills: Ability to analyze test data against hardware specifications, providing valuable insights for product improvement.
Degrees/Certifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering required
