Mechanical Engineer (Level 3) - Small Engines

Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in engine and mechanical systems design with multidisciplinary R&D engineering. This role requires technical expertise to design, develop, analyze, and test innovative mechanical systems for Department of Defense (DoD) applications. The successful candidate will participate in cross-functional teams to convert conceptual ideas into production-ready solutions ensuring compliance with applicable standards while driving innovation from first principles through to field testing and deployment.
Location:
Locust, NC or Charlotte, NC
Type:
On-site

Schedule

Full-time
1st
8am-5pm
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Responsibilities

• Collaborate within multidisciplinary R&D teams comprised of electrical, chemical, materials science, mechanical, software, and systems engineers, as well as program management, to ensure successful project execution

• Generate functional mechanical solutions from complex project requirements through innovative conceptual designs

• Assist engineers and scientists develop, build, sketch and produce production-level prototypes

• Conduct field testing to evaluate solutions in DOD specific application environments

• Develop cost-effective mechanical systems to evaluate conceptual designs

• Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel

• Author technical reports, white papers, proposals, and documentation supporting R&D projects.

• Work under the direction of Program Managers, Principal Investigators or Project Engineers

• Ensure designs comply with relevant safety, quality, and industry standards, including applicable military standards (MIL-STD)

• Must wear appropriate PPE as needed and adhere to all safety standards

• Physical Requirements: Work is performed in an office/lab/field environment. Must have the ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and work with hands solving hands-on mechanical engineering tasks

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Required Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Experience participating in design teams to develop mechanical and/or electromechanical systems to meet design requirements including thermal, acoustic, and vibration requirements etc.

• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced, autonomously driven atmosphere

• Demonstrated ability to develop, lead and coordinate engineering solutions to complex material failures

• Experience with 3D CAD systems such as SolidWorks

• Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

• Must possess technical and analytical thinking skills with a detail-oriented physics-based approach

• Demonstrated ability to self-manage assigned project tasks to meet schedule

• Proven track record of technical writing (reports, proposals, publications).  Samples may be required.

• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)

• Demonstrated ability to learn new skills

• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen

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Desired Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of AS9100 or other quality management systems

• Experience with the design, development, and testing of small combustion-driven engine systems to include designing and tuning mechanical system controls

• Experience designing mechanical systems for diverse Soldier environments to include follow on maintenance procedures and sustainment support.

• FE certification or PE license in Engineering.

• Experience developing and executing test plans for MIL-STD requirements

• Secret security clearance

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Experience / Education

• Education: BS or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering

• 5+ years’ experience in state-of-the-art research, design and development engineering

• MS preferred

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Application Form

Please carefully review the instructions for each section and complete each section with as much information as possible.

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Note: The Federal Immigration and Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires that DHS Employment Eligibility Verification "Form I-9" be completed for every new hire and that within 3 business days of beginning work every new hire must present to the employer documentation establishing his/her identity and authorization to work. This federal requirement must be satisfied as a condition of employment.

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UPT is a drug-free workplace

UPT offers competitive wages, FREE medical coverage (employee-only option), dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401K plan (waiting period must be met prior to benefits enrollment). UPT also offers life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, paid sick leave, plus many other voluntary benefits.

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Online
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142 Cara Ct.
Locust, NC 28097
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704-888-2470
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Equal Opportunity Policy

UNITED PROTECTIVE TECHNOLOGIES LLC provides equal opportunity in all of its employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military status, or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training, social, dismissals, and recreational programs. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis.

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