What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Packet Digital, LLC?
Job Purpose
A mechanical engineer performs as a part of a multifunctional team with a focus of designing, building, and testing the mechanical components of electronics and mechatronic systems. This position offers opportunity in all phases of an engineering project and production of products including: conception, component and assembly design, prototype assembly, testing, and production planning. Candidates must be able to work in a team-based, fast paced environment, work well under pressure and have the ability to meet deadlines.
Description of Duties & Tasks
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist in creation of requirements captures based on experience and customer input
- Research applicable topics
- Propose, simulate, and validate proposed component and assembly designs
- Assist with project timeline and budget estimates
- Design mechanical/mechatronic components and assemblies based on requirements
- Document assembly, BOM, and ECO information
- Request and schedule design reviews
- Lead mechanical product development on assigned projects
- Optimize package density, material compatibility, thermal performance, structural performance, and life cycle
- Implement engineering practices including DFM, DFMEA, etc., to ensure robustness of design
- Cost and manufacturing optimization
- Work with other teams and team members to complete other aspects of product design
- Design components for a variety of manufacturing processes including (but not limited to): injection molding, machining, sheet metal, and 3D printing
- Apply various assembly techniques to designs including (but not limited to): welding, soldering, molding/encapsulation, fastening
- Assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of products
- Create or assist with customer documentation and customer support
- Work with suppliers on sourcing custom and COTS mechanical components
- Provide mechanical models and drawings to suppliers
- Conduct design reviews and DPARs with suppliers
- Request and review quotes from suppliers
- Promote a healthy team environment
- Actively participate in design reviews
- Assist in maintaining component and project database
- Maintain a clean lab and workspace
Knowledge & Skills
Required
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Highly organized with attention to detail
- CAD design experience (preferably Creo)
- Strong communication skills in order to work with the team to determine specifications and to provide support for a product
Standout Qualifications
- Experience with FEA, CFD, CAE simulation
- Experience in lithium battery design
- Experience and/or interest in drone industry
- Experience with 3D printers
- Experience with thermal analysis
Work Experience & Education
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum of 2 years of experience designing electronics, mechanical systems, and/or electro-mechanical systems