Mechanical Engineer II (Electronics Packaging)

Marotta Controls•Parsippany, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Marotta Controls is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II with expertise in Electronics Packaging to join their team. This role is responsible for the physical design and construction of ruggedized electronics and enclosures, ensuring products meet customer requirements, including design, functional, material, and test specifications, as well as cost targets. The engineer will collaborate with other engineers, test technicians, suppliers, contractors, and customers, with occasional light travel required. This position is ideal for someone looking to elevate their career in the Aerospace & Defense industry within a company recognized as a New Jersey Top Workplace.

Requirements

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering is required.
2-5 years design experience.
Ability to solve complex mechanical static & dynamic problems.
Works precisely, accurately, and pays close attention to all details.
High level of mechanical aptitude and knowledge.
Experience in 3D CAD solid modeling and understanding of mechanical design principle.
Excellent verbal/written communication skills required for multi-faceted interactions with all levels of personnel within the organization, as well as all outside agents, including but not limited to, vendors, suppliers, customers, potential job candidates, etc.
Highly computer literate, with MS Office/PC expertise, and demonstrated experience with applicable systems, programs, equipment, etc.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Must be a US Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Advanced technical degree desirable.
Electronics packaging expertise preferred.
Experience with PTC CREO desirable.
Design experience with electronic packaging approaches for defense and aerospace applications preferred including: Design for high shock and high vibration environments, Design for challenging thermal conditions, Innovative techniques for cooling electronics in a high-temperature environment (e.g. phase-change approaches).
Knowledge of IPC, WHMA, and NASA specifications for Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs), Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), wiring harnesses, and soldering.
Knowledge of high voltage / altitude design practices at the board and box-level.
Knowledge of environmental testing per MIL-STD-810, DO-160 or similar.
Experience with design for manufacturability.
Knowledge of machining operations, brazing, and additive manufacturing.
Knowledge of PWB and CCA fabrication.
Exposure to performing analytical solutions to structural and thermal design problems using closed-form, ANSYS, ABAQUS, and/or CREO Simulate.

Responsibilities

Support the engineering design and development of ruggedized electronics and electronics enclosures to meet customer requirements through all phases of product life cycle.
Preliminary CAD design of electronics / electronics enclosures.
Interface with electrical engineers to establish sizing of circuit card assemblies and selection of materials.
Ensure accuracy of all relevant drawings/documents on the project, including tolerance stack-ups.
Coordinate the creation of a preliminary bill of material in the business system and verifying its accuracy.
Support/Review preliminary analytical results (Hand calcs and/or FEA).
Communicate technical and schedule problems, in a timely manner, to Engineering Manager/Director, Contracts Administrator, and Program Manager when applicable.
Disposition non-conforming hardware and assist with correcting production/vendor issues.
Participate in failure investigations of designs as required.
Create/Review and Approve processes for assembly, test, and related activities to the development and qualification testing of a design.
Interface with internal and external customers to determine product changes needed for applications as a representative of the company.
Write technical documents for internal and external customers.
Participate in design reviews (internal and external).
Support new business pursuit activities as required.
Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required).
Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping, and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to all regulatory and internal system requirements.
Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization.