Mechanical Design Engineer I

Kearfott Corporation • Pine Brook, NJ

4d • $80,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Mechanical Design Engineer I designs components, subassemblies, and assemblies for Kearfott GND products to meet internal and customer technical requirements. The role works with other Engineering Department disciplines, including Systems, Electrical, Test, and Software, as well as Project Engineers, Program Managers, Quality Assurance, Production, and Supply Chain.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• 0–2 years of experience.
• Exposure to manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in CAD, with SolidWorks preferred, and Microsoft Office.
• Exposure to Finite Element Analysis.
• Knowledge of GD&T.
• Strong communication abilities and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

• Aerospace and/or defense background.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components using SolidWorks CAD.
• Design electromechanical assemblies using SolidWorks CAD.
• Design ruggedized electronics and electronics enclosures.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly principles.
• Generate bills of materials (BOMs).
• Select materials and processes in accordance with technical specifications and requirements.
• Conduct preliminary analysis using finite element analysis (FEA) techniques, including Ansys and SolidWorks Simulation.
• Manage design configurations in the SolidWorks PDM environment.
• Work with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure mechanical requirements are understood and implemented.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Prescription insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid holidays
• 9/80 work week with every other Friday off
• Monthly employee events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level