What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Generational Systems (Gene-Sys)?
Overview
At Generational Systems (Gene-Sys), we’re working to introduce a new way of metal 3D printing that’s meant for everyone. Our system is safer, lower-cost, easier-to-use, and more accessible than existing metal 3D printers. Located in Auburn, Alabama, we started as research at Auburn University, and grew into a startup that is working with education, industry, and defense to refine our prototype and make it widely available.
Our team is expanding and looking for capable and eager candidates who want to be a part of a growing startup. We want people excited about taking on new challenges, and working to solve a wide range of problems.
Gene-Sys is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the purposes of product design, testing, prototyping and more.
Title: Mechanical Engineer
Position: Full-Time
Salary: $62,000/year
Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, 10 Combined Vacation/Sick Days, Potential for Retirement Package After 1 Year
Location: Auburn/Opelika, Alabama
Job Type: In-Person
Preferred Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Experience with design of electro-mechanical systems
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Experience in product design and design for manufacturing
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Knowledge of machining practices
- Experience with CAD and CAM softwares (i.e. Autodesk Fusion)
- Experience with metal 3D printing and plastic FDM printing
Responsibilities:
- Work to design subsystems for integration to an existing metal 3D printer
- Identify prototype problems and design improvements and fixes
- Perform testing of existing systems to gather parameterization data
- Perform failure testing on prototypes
- Assist in manufacturing upkeep and maintenance
- Coordinate with other engineering personnel on design and integration
- Compile reports on ongoing projects and document results
- Assist in fabrication of machine and subsystems with assembly team
- Assist in presentations, demos, and potentially trade shows
- Assist in selection of materials, parts, and sourcing
- Performs other related duties as assigned to meet organizational needs.
Salary : $62,000