Rapiscan Systems · 5 hours ago
Sr Mechanical Design Engineer
Billerica, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expRapiscan Systems, an OSI Systems Company, designs and manufactures security and inspection systems worldwide. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to design and analyze mechanical systems, conduct feasibility studies, and oversee the preparation of detailed designs and prototypes.
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Responsibilities
Execute complex designs in the following disciplines: sheet metal, structural welded assemblies, plastic injection molding, vacuum forming, 3D printing, and machining
Provide design concepts with analytical justification as required and perform detailed mechanical design in support of larger system design efforts with responsibilities extending to project integration
Apply theoretical calculation to design in areas such as structural analysis, thermodynamics and fluid flow, or by testing mathematical models to validate the capabilities and parameters of the design and prove the prototype will do as design indicates
Provide guidance to junior members of engineering and drafting/CAD staff
Support the development of estimates for engineering hours with senior staff and management
Adhere to company and quality procedures and requirements
Has a solid working knowledge of machine shop and drafting practices
Act as lead engineer on designs as part of a larger project
Develop documentation necessary for preliminary and critical design reviews and support designs through the release to manufacturing
Create design and documentation information for production documentation package
Collaborate with peers in cross-functional areas such as electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, and supply chain managers
Identify and initiate process improvements
Actively appraise technology and product concepts to keep product lines competitive and moving toward excellence by attending seminars, reading related articles and talking to vendors
Provide project technical status to lead engineers, functional and program management
Possess proficiency in computer design tools, specifically SolidWorks 3D solid modeling CAD
Possess proficiency with FEA simulations and the ability to validate results using engineering calculations and extensive experience
Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem
Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
8-10 years' minimum relevant mechanical design/test experience required
Experience working in a cross-functional environment
Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D solid modeling CAD tools
Proficiency with FEA simulations and the ability to validate results using engineering calculations and extensive experience
Experience with Bills-of-Materials and associated workflows (ECO's)
Solid working knowledge of machine shop and drafting practices
Full working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing practices
Experience working with Design-for-Manufacturing and Design-for-Cost
Strong communication skills, including excellent writing and presentation skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to independently accomplish assigned tasks and work with others
Company
Rapiscan Systems
Rapiscan Systems provides surveillance like people screening, radiation detection, cargo and vehicle inspection.
1001-5000 employees
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