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Mechanical Engineer II | Acoustics
Location: Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051
Job ID: 113926
Our large Menomonee Falls, WI location houses the design, test, and manufacturing facilities for naval and marine power distribution, power conversion, motor controls, drives, and automation / control equipment
Job Summary
Leonardo DRS NPS has a need for a Mechanical Engineer II experienced in acoustic design and analysis of high-performance rotating equipment and associated static structures. Engineering should have the intent to become an acoustic subject matter expert. Individual would provide direct contribution to acoustic design performance and guidance consideration for multiple product lines. Develop related design analysis documentation to satisfy customer deliverables. Provide updates to management for budget and schedule.
The ideal candidate is an individual possessing strong mechanical engineering technical skills, a knowledge of airborne and structure-borne acoustic analysis, and an understanding of the design considerations for electrical equipment.
What You Will Do
- Support acoustic data testing collection and evaluation
- Work as a member of a product development team to complete project deliverables on schedule with a critical focus on accuracy and completeness
- Demonstrate creativity, energy, and the ability to plan, manage, and communicate progress on design assignments
- Execute acoustic analysis on electrical power electronic equipment, including:
- Structure Borne Noise
- Airborne Noise
- Narrow Band and Octave Analysis
- Transmission Paths
- Mitigation Methods
- Applies knowledge of packaging and mechanical design of power electronics assemblies to effectively and efficiently design, troubleshoot, and validate the mechanical aspects of a product from a component up to the system level
- Defines mechanical interface requirements between system and subsystems
- Generate accurate analysis and design reports for the system and subsystems of complex assemblies to effectively document and communicate the design to internal and external customers
- Analyze and comprehend product and MIL specifications to ensure product and project compliance; supports development and uses requirements and a requirements traceability matrix (RTM) to drive design efforts
- Independently develops and implements corrective actions to successfully execute the projects while following process requirements
- Communicates design direction and interfaces with suppliers and team members on system issues and assisting in the decision-making process for the program
- Provide accurate cost, schedule and technical compliance updates to project management as assigned
- Work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment and provide technical leadership on large projects
Education & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical field required
- 3 years experience of mechanical design and packaging of power electronics (variable frequency drives, electronic breakers, switchboards); evaluating acoustic performance
- Experience with Navy applications and market is a plus
- Experience with Finite Element and Statistical Energy Analyses
- Experience in execution of acoustic testing and model validation, including sound intensity, modal analysis, and data acquisition with instrumentation such as accelerometers, microphones, and strain gauges
Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge
- Familiarity with data acquisition systems for acoustic testing and digital signal processing
- Experience in analyzing mechanical designs for structural integrity through static and dynamic analysis
- Experience in the use of Ansys for structural analysis desired
- Experience in NX as CAD tool a desire.
- Design experience with metal-enclosed switchgear and electronic power conversion products
- Design experience with MIL standards or for US NAVY applications
- Experience with execution of projects for the US military
- Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to ensure multiple assignments are completed properly and on time
- Able to effectively multi-task and handle changing work assignments, schedules, and priorities
- Extensive PC skills in Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Windows, etc.
U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.