Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Electronics Packaging)
Marotta Controls, Inc.
- Morris County, NJ
- Permanent
- Full-time
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering is required (Advanced technical degree desirable).
- 5+ years design experience and technical knowledge in mechanical engineering design of electronics packaging preferably in aerospace or defense industry.
- Ability to solve complex mechanical static & dynamic problems.
- Works precisely, accurately, and pays close attention to all details.
- High level of mechanical aptitude and knowledge.
- Experience in 3D CAD solid modeling and understanding of mechanical design principle (Experience with PTC CREO desirable)
- Excellent verbal/written communication skills required for multi-faceted interactions with all levels of personnel within the organization, as well as all outside agents, including but not limited to, vendors, suppliers, customers, potential job candidates, etc.
- Highly computer literate, with MS Office/PC expertise, and demonstrated experience with applicable systems, programs, equipment, etc.
- Design experience with electronic packaging approaches for defense and aerospace applications including:
- Design for high shock and high vibration environments
- Design for challenging thermal conditions
- Innovative techniques for cooling electronics in a high-temperature environment (e.g. phase-change approaches).
- Knowledge of IPC, WHMA, and NASA specifications for Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs), Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), wiring harnesses, and soldering.
- Knowledge of high voltage / altitude design practices at the board and box-level.
- Experience designing and testing designs to Mil-Std-810 Environments or similar (Humidity, Salt Fog, Vibration and Shock etc.)
- Experience with design for manufacturability
- Knowledge of machining operations, brazing, and additive manufacturing.
- Knowledge of PWB and CCA fabrication
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Experience performing analytical solutions to structural and thermal design problems using closed-form, ANSYS, ABAQUS, and/or CREO Simulate.
- Must be a US Citizen
- Design and development of ruggedized electronics and electronics enclosures from a blank sheet of paper to meet customer requirements through all phases of product life cycle. Typical tasks include:
- Preliminary CAD design of electronics / electronics enclosures
- Interface with electrical engineers to establish sizing of circuit card assemblies and selection of materials.
- Ensure accuracy of all relevant drawings/documents on the project, except purely drafting technique issues. This includes tolerance stack-ups.
- Coordinate the creation of a preliminary bill of material in the business system and verifying its accuracy.
- Perform, or coordinate and review, preliminary analytical results (Hand calcs and/or FEA)
- Communicate technical and schedule problems, in a timely manner, to Engineering Manager / Director, Contracts Administrator, and Program Manager when applicable.
- Disposition non-conforming hardware and assist with correcting production/vendor issues.
- Lead / Participate in failure investigations of designs as required.
- Create/Review and Approve processes for assembly, test, and related activities to the development and qualification testing of a design.
- Interface with internal and external customers to determine product changes needed for applications as a representative of the company.
- Write technical documents for internal and external customers.
- Participate in design reviews (internal and external)
- Support new business pursuits that address program technical requirements and associated schedule and costs.
- Mentor and Guide Junior team members
- Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required).
- Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping, and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to all regulatory and internal system requirements.
- Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization.
- Position entails exposure to typical manufacturing (i.e. Machine Shop, Assembly, Testing, etc.) environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).
- Business office environment requiring use of telephone and personal computer.
- Work under pressure and overtime when required, in order to meet deadlines.