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Mechanical Engineer

Overview of Role:  Liquid Robotics is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in the development of autonomous ocean robots and the associated hardware and accessories. As part of our small but highly-motivated team, you will participate in mechanical engineering design activities that contribute to world-changing products. The successful candidate will bring mechanical design capability, an ability to work on cross-functional teams, and strong communication skills. This engineer reports directly to our Hardware Engineering Manager and can be based in either Herndon, Virginia or Kawaihae, Hawaii.Responsibilities: Work within design practices, standards, and policies in the Mechanical Design and Analysis discipline Interface with counterparts in systems, electrical, software, and operations groups to insure alignment on new and current project deliverables Participate in change control and escalation processes Support the creation of hardware specifications based on user requirements Develop relevant prototypes to support early validation of product architectures and design solutions. Participate in concept and design reviews Create designs and drawings that align with: general standards, design requirements, geometric tolerances, drafting practices and the applicable manufacturing process Support methodical root cause analysis and resolve non-compliance in part performance Recommend tools, equipment, and facilities, needed to support the organization Provide technical support for the production and operations teams.  Desired Experience: Mechanical design experience, via classwork/projects or internships. Exceptional candidates have experience in marine systems or the defense industry. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Master’s degree is a plus.Presentation and communication skills – able to convey information and rationale in written and spoken formatExperience with 3-D CAD, particularly Solidworks, and PDM tools to manage design databases Experience in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) with focus on Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation software.  Exposure to PLM and other product life-cycle tools such as Arena, JIRA, and Confluence Ability to contribute to creative and cost effective electro-mechanical designs and systems (motors, controls, sensors, robotics) Exposure to varied manufacturing and assembly processes such as composite materials construction, CNC machining, injection molding, cable over-molding, and sheet metal fabrication Experience designing with materials such as stainless steel, titanium, acetal, and fiberglass.Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 and ISO standards, GD&T and accepted drafting practices Willingness to travel to test sites when needed, up to 15% U.S. Person or Permanent Residency status required.Liquid Robotics designs and manufactures Wave Gliders®, the world’s first wave and solar powered autonomous ocean robots. With partners, they address challenges facing defense, Oil & Gas, commercial and science customers by making ocean data collections and communications easier safer and in real-time. Liquid Robotics was acquired by Boeing in December of 2016 and operates as an independent non-integrated subsidiary. 

For more info, please visit www.liquid-robotics.comLiquid Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.