Senior Mechanical Engineer

Avo Photonics is a dynamic contract engineering services company that designs, develops and manufactures custom opto-electronic products for a large customer base. Members of our staff have the opportunity to design, prototype and produce next generation products for a diverse range of markets including environmental, medical, military, industrial, aerospace, and communications.

We seek a diligent, dedicated and meticulous person who will help to further our success and reputation in the industry through world-class customer service. The successful candidate must plan his/her own work schedule, keep multiple records, be self-motivated, maintain a professional presence, and have the desire to take ownership of projects.

Specifically:

• Critically review customer’s opto-mechanical design requirements. Provide feedback, clarify open questions until requirements are understood.
• Assess if information provided is compatible with the budgeted hours and schedule. Clarify any perceived technical, budget, or schedule challenges with Program Manager.
• Critically review positional tolerances required by the developed optical design.
• Develop mechanical design that meets optical design and system level requirements, and results in a cost-effective, manufacturable, and high process yield product.
• If necessary, collaborate with Optical Engineer to iteratively refine the product. Perform tolerance analyses and thermal modeling as needed.
• Collaborate with Product System and Process Engineers to ensure the product efficiently utilizes Avo’s manufacturing capabilities.
• Support Product System and Process Engineers in designing fixtures for manufacturing.
• Prepare technical presentations and participate in internal and external design reviews. Explain and defend design decisions made.
• Ensure assigned work remains within the budgeted hours and schedule.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5 years of professional work experience, photonics industry preferred.
• Expert in using SolidWorks Mechanical Design Software.
• In-Depth knowledge of thermo-mechanical properties of materials used in product designs.
• Demonstrated ability to elegantly perform thermal and mechanical analyses.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attributes: High attention to detail, personable, motivated, willing to take initiative, and strong observation skills.

Apply: Avo Photonics offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply!

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