Senior Mechanical Engineer

Saab • Cranston, RI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Saab Inc.’s Autonomous and Undersea Systems division is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to guide technical teams in capturing, understanding, and implementing product design requirements for autonomous Unmanned Surface and Underwater Vehicles (aUSVs/aUUVs, AUVs) and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). This is an onsite position based in Quincy, Massachusetts; Cranston, Rhode Island; or the future Bristol, Rhode Island location.

The engineer will develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems and contribute throughout the product lifecycle, from development and prototyping through integration, verification, delivery, and support, including operations and sea testing as required. The role includes technical leadership, collaboration with Systems Engineering and other disciplines, resolution of design and production issues, creation and review of engineering documentation, task planning and estimating, and support for mentoring and staff development. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to hold or obtain a U.S. DoD SECRET security clearance. Travel may be required up to 25%, domestically and internationally.

The compensation range is $111,700–$145,200. Saab states that its compensation decisions consider the role, responsibilities, location, market and business considerations, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and education or training. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in advanced mechanical design, with broad application and a fundamental understanding of the product development lifecycle.
• Fundamental understanding of industry-accepted design methods and practices, including design spaces and tradeoffs, test data analysis, and requirement/specification change processes.
• Significant product development background demonstrating strong engineering aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve issues during mechanical engineering design, development, and execution.
• Experience with SolidWorks, Solid Edge, and MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to update and review mechanical drawings for correct geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), accuracy, and completeness.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to contribute to project teams and accomplish objectives.
• Ability to contribute effectively in a team environment and provide technical leadership where applicable.
• Ability to work independently to meet technical and program requirements.
• Ability to collaborate with other engineering disciplines in a development environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a U.S. DoD SECRET security clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 25%, both domestically and internationally.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Experience with ANSYS.
• Experience using Microsoft Project.
• Prior experience with the Department of Defense or U.S. government customers.
• Experience developing hardware for naval and marine applications.
• Familiarity with Military Standards, ruggedized equipment design, and environmental test requirements.
• Knowledge of materials and corrosion control.
• Extensive familiarity with designing and developing autonomous surface and underwater systems.
• Experience modeling and designing thermal management solutions using conduction, convection, and radiation, including thermal piping.
• Experience with hybrid packaging design.

Responsibilities

• Conceive, develop, and analyze mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
• Apply mechanical engineering fundamentals to create innovative solutions.
• Present and discuss technical concepts, tradeoffs, analyses, designs, and performance estimates.
• Work with Systems Engineering and other disciplines to develop, define, and implement customer requirements.
• Support the product lifecycle, including development, prototyping, integration, verification, delivery, and support, including operations and sea testing as required.
• Apply mechanical engineering best practices and Design for Cost and Manufacturability.
• Identify, manage, and resolve problems associated with mechanical engineering work products.
• Apply experience and knowledge to resolve design, supplier quality, manufacturing, and field issues.
• Create and modify assembly drawings, vendor item control drawings, connection diagrams, and system bills of materials, including electronics.
• Follow company standard operating procedures and Quality System requirements.
• Plan, organize, and estimate effort for assigned tasks, potentially including preparation of Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Work collaboratively with a team to achieve goals.
• Support mentoring and engineering staff development.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance.
• Wellness and employee assistance resources.
• Employee stock purchase opportunities.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Competitive wages.
• Work-life balance.
• Business casual atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

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