Mechanical Engineer (Junor to Mid-Level) - $80K – $140K

RCT Systems•Baltimore, MD

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

RCT Systems, Power Systems Division, is seeking Mechanical Engineers specializing in 3D electronics packaging, thermal system design, and hardware build and test. Responsibilities of a qualified Mechanical Engineer candidate will include: Package complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems Build and test complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems Design thermal management systems for power electronics Perform structural analysis for components, support structures, and ruggedized enclosures under harsh environmental conditions and shock and vibration Use FEA, CFD, and hand calculations for thermal and structural analysis Create, review, and issue prototype and production level drawings IAW GD&T standards Source vendors and communicate for quoting and procurement of custom parts Prepare and perform technical presentations and design reviews for customers Create and maintain process and build documentation in conjunction with operations team. Mid-Level engineers may also expect to: Lead cross-functional teams to develop solid-state power conversion systems Provide technical input into business development activities Mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

United States Citizenship is required due to US Government ITAR program restrictions
Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
BS in mechanical engineering is required; graduate work is acceptable in lieu of some work experience

Nice To Haves

CREO 3D modeling software
Windchill PLM software (Administrator experience is a plus)
FEA and CFD modeling software packages
Designing thermal management systems and/or high-performance heat exchangers
Mechanical shock and vibration analysis
Working with on-site manufacturing in a rapid prototyping environment
MW scale power converters for Naval ship applications.
Preparation of technical data package and related documentation
Thermal design of coldplates, heat exchangers, and overall TMS for large power electronics systems
Structural, thermal, and shock and vibration analysis in SimLab, Creo Simulate, and Creo Flow
Naval shipboard and undersea submersible component design

Responsibilities

Package complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems
Build and test complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems
Design thermal management systems for power electronics
Perform structural analysis for components, support structures, and ruggedized enclosures under harsh environmental conditions and shock and vibration
Use FEA, CFD, and hand calculations for thermal and structural analysis
Create, review, and issue prototype and production level drawings IAW GD&T standards
Source vendors and communicate for quoting and procurement of custom parts
Prepare and perform technical presentations and design reviews for customers
Create and maintain process and build documentation in conjunction with operations team
Lead cross-functional teams to develop solid-state power conversion systems
Provide technical input into business development activities
Mentor junior engineers