Mechanical Engineer II

Battelle•Columbus, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs engineering research and analysis on a variety of mechanical components. Solves a range of problems. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Designs, analyzes, tests, manufactures, and maintains mechanical components and systems, tests equipment. Applies principles of engineering, physics, and materials science as well as an understanding of core areas including mechanics, kinematics, dynamics, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, materials science, structural analysis, chemistry, life sciences and electricity along with tools like computer‐aided design and product lifecycle management to design and analyze industrial equipment and machinery; heating and cooling systems; transport systems; aircraft; watercraft; robotics; medical devices; and others. Researches, plans, designs, and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines, and mechanical, thermal hydraulic, or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Designs, develops, and implements numerical methods for Computational Fluid Dynamics or Structural Mechanics analyses using advanced programming techniques. Conducts research and evaluation of technologies and methods for efficient operation and control of energy, water, and other resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field with 5 years of experience or master’s degree in related field with 3 years of experience; or a PhD with 0-2 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.
Strong communication skills are essential.

Nice To Haves

Welded process piping assemblies
Aircraft components
Robotics
Water treatment technologies
Medical devices
Chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) sensors
Proficient in Solidworks or Creo CAD software
Experience working with government clients
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Responsibilities

Performs assignments of moderate complexity by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for product, process or materials specifications.
Interprets, compiles and analyzes data collected and writes various technical reports.
Completes assigned project work within schedule and budget constraints.
Assists with proposal efforts as needed.
Builds relationships with internal clients.
Contributes to IR&D studies.
Supports business development efforts led by others
May oversee lower-level staff in extracting and preparing data for analysis.

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive benefits
Flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off
Enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement (60% in-office and 40% remote)
Paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Wellness incentives and benefits
Variety of optional supplemental benefits
Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support
Industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan (5 percent contribution regardless of employee contribution, plus matching)
Tuition assistance