Duties:
Lead full spectrum of mechanical project activities for robotics with strong emphasis on design and analysis, supporting multiple constraints (electrical, manufacturing, cost, weight, etc)
Take responsibility for activities through all phases of engineering design, mockups, production, installation, testing, turnover and close-out efforts
Design, analyze, test, verify, debug, and mature complex mechanical systems from concept to fully detailed designs
Author and perform test plans and specifications
Work independently and in highly diverse and multidisciplinary project teams, and with external partners
Communicate effectively with other engineers and leaders
Basic Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering design and analysis
Proficiency in CAD design (SolidWorks preferred)
Working knowledge of manufacturing and quality control processes
Able to write and review technical documents such as Requirements Specifications, Scopes of Work, Hazard Analyses and Acceptance Test Procedures
Fluent in a number of these areas:
Structural mechanics
Tolerances/fits, bearings, gears, mechanisms, strength of materials, fatigue
Finite element analysis
Design optimization
System modeling and control
Data acquisition hardware/software
Design for rapid prototyping technologies, theory and practice
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with design of complex, space and weight constrained mechanical articulated systems
Brushless DC and brushed motors, drives, specification, sizing, selection, interfacing
Expertise and experience with common robotics sensors and their interfaces
Ability to use common shop tools, mill, lathe, etc
Hands-on experience with light fabrication and assembly
Required Education:
BS Mechanical Engineering