Senior Network Element Mechanical Design Engineer

SUBCOM LLC•Newington, NH

56d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Mechanical Design engineer is an established and experienced contributor on a team of Mechanical engineers that research, develop, design, test, and transfer to manufacture next generation high reliability undersea products. The role reports to the Manager of Undersea Network Element Mechanical Design. The role works with Program Management, design and reliability engineers, New Product Introduction, and Manufacturing teams to ensure project deliverables and objectives are being met. The role is responsible for all mechanical design activities from concept to manufacture needed to achieve established project goals and timelines. SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. While the company's origins date back to the mid-19th century, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 25 times since its entry into the communications industry in 1955.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering required, MS degree preferred.
7+ years of experience
Expertise with a deep foundation in mechanics and analysis, understanding of applied mechanics, materials, materials processing, mechanical testing, and optical transmission principles.
Strong background in Mechanical engineering development projects, with a focus on high reliability applications.
Skilled in design/cost trade-offs, and understanding failure modes, reliability, and qualification testing programs
Experience in Mechanical Testing (Shock and Vibration, Corona, Thermal), qualification and reliability standards.
Proficient in the use of CAD and FEA design and thermal modeling tools.
Experience in design guidelines for equipment having high DC voltages and operation in pressure vessels.
Participate in requirements development and design reviews
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, other departments, production organizations, vendors, and sometimes external partners and customers.
Strong leadership qualities, including the ability to guide a team, resolve conflicts, and make informed decisions.
Candidates should be a self-starter, dedicated, and flexible as workload is variable.
Strong ability to communicate problems and issues, as well as to summarize and explain results.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Dedicated, detail-oriented, methodical, and quality-focused.
Collaborative mindset with the confidence to challenge assumptions and suggest improvements.
Passion for hands-on engineering and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of the mechanical design of network element products including fiber tray, module, and network level design as needed for new product development.
Responsible for the development, implementation and documentation of design verification and qualification test plans.
Work with electrical, optical, firmware, reliability and other mechanical engineers and vendors.
At times lead and mentor less experienced engineers and technicians.
Participate in formal development processes with organized design, DFMEA reviews.
Synthesize new mechanical design concepts from requirements.
Realize prototype assemblies, including hands-on testing, and technology transfer with factory and field personnel.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, other departments, production organizations, vendors, and sometimes external partners and customers.
Demonstrated technical leadership and ownership of program development activities.
Comfortable working with minimal direction in ambiguous or early-stage R&D efforts.