Description

Description:

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will expand our world leading air bearing positioning systems and lead development of new electro-mechanical and pneumatic motion control devices with sub-micron precision, will be responsible for research, prototyping, and designing precision motion stages in 3D CAD software, generating models and drawings, and will perform analysis, simulation, and studies. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will assist with prototyping and production builds. Successful candidates will be able to design linear and rotary systems across a range of sizes and performance specifications.

This is accomplished through the following essential functions:

•\tWork across departments to implement whole product solutions.

•\tEngage with customers to understand their solution space and derive requirements.

•\tDesign precision motion stages in 3D CAD software, generating models and drawings.

•\tPerform analysis, simulation, and studies.

•\tPrototyping and production builds.

•\tDocument design packages.

•\tMaintain constant communication with supervisor about job progress.

•\tClean and maintain cleanliness of work area.

•\tComplete other tasks as assigned.

Skills & Abilities:

•\tDemonstrated ability to translate system requirements into solutions.

•\tDiscipline and creativity in applying skills to work assignments and projects.

•\tAbility to work with and read precision tools (e.g., flowmeters, vacuum sensors, profilometers, digital or dial calipers, digital or dial micrometers, electronic or dial indicators, and torque wrenches).

•\tAbility to solve complex engineering problems with minimal supervision.

•\tExcellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills.

•\tAbility to multi-task and work independently.

•\tDemonstrated teamwork and team building skills.

•\tPossesses good leadership skills.

Skills

Mechanical Design Engineering, SolidWorks, Pneumatics, Air Bearings, Air Spindles, Pneumatic Modeling, Fluid Flow Analysis, FEA, Air Bushings, Tolerance Analysis, Electromechanical Assembly, Motion Control, Linear & Rotary Systems, Analysis

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Experience & Knowledge Requirements:

•\tBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or related field.

•\t5+ years’ experience working with air bearings, air bushings, or air spindles is required.

•\t5+ years’ experience with pneumatic modeling and fluid flow analysis toolsets.

•\t5+ years’ experience with tolerance analysis.

•\t5+ years’ experience (8+ years preferred) with mechanical design, as it relates to electro-mechanical assemblies.

•\tKnowledge and 5+ years’ experience applied to FEA, Heat Transfer, Shock and Vibration.

•\tExperience working with customers and partners to gather system level requirements.

•\tExperience with robotics is desirable.

•\t3D CAD experience, SolidWorks is preferred.

•\tExcellent mechanical aptitude.

•\tEstablished engineering knowledge in the application and development of analytical solutions to complex engineering problems.

•\tExperience in teamwork and team building.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $165000.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Zimmerman,MN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 20, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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