Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
Our Fitchburg, MA location has an immediate need for a Mechanical Engineer with a well-rounded skill set, including design, analysis, assembly support, and qualification/validation experience. The candidate is expected to work independently, using judgment and discretion in making complex decisions. The role is responsible for working within a multidisciplinary project team ranging from 3-10+ engineers, detailers, and drafters in a matrix organization in fulfilling program requirements. The technical nature of this position requires a collaborative role in program development and problem solving with other technical resources.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and some experience as an individual contributor
- Proficient with Computer Aided Design (CAD) Tools (Solidworks, Creo and/or Siemen NX preferred)
- Proficient with Finite Element Analysis for structural and thermal (ANSYS preferred)
- Individual experience in product development from concept to qualified / fielded system
- Experience with the development of electric machines, electric motor/drive systems, electro-mechanical systems, marine gas turbines, and/or diesel engines
- Experience with the design of large welded fabrications and complex assemblies.
- Engineering design skills; including knowledge in material selection, plate and weld sizing, and fastener design
- Experience with execution of projects for the US military or familiarity with industrial and military design specificatio
- U.S. Citizenship required.
Responsibilities
- Drive execution of detailed technical work to the required quality, schedule, and budget
- Review customer specifications and requirements, and under direction, develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable
- Contribute directly to project success through individual technical contributions
- Confidently and competently represent DRS in front of customers, including the US Navy
- Clearly communicate, orally and in writing, technical and programmatic information to technical and non-technical individuals
- Review, analyze, and status project milestones and provide accurate estimates to complete projects/tasks
- Collaboration with other departments, DRS locations, and suppliers to solve problems and develop cost-effective, high-quality solutions
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision coverage
- company contribution to a health savings account
- telemedicine
- life and disability insurance
- legal insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- wellness programs
- programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
- flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
- competitive vacation
- health/emergency leave
- paid parental leave
- community service hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
