Mechanical Engineer

W2 Contract

Mechanical Engineer

90-100/HR

San Diego, CA

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The engineer will execute designs of IP-rated enclosure, plastic parts, die castings, and sheet metal parts on a 3D CAD (preferably Creo system), as well as create detailed drawings for prototypes and fabrication/tooling. The engineer will perform thermal and structural simulations using Finite Element Analysis tools . A strong theoretical background in heat transfer and mechanics of structure along with a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering are required. 5+ year experience.

• MUST HAVES:BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
• Experienced in 3D CAD systems such as Creo or SolidWorks
• Strong theoretical background in mechanics of systems, solid mechanics, and heat transfer
• Experience in using finite element analysis tools
• 5+ year experience

• Responsibilities: Design ruggedized IP-rated enclosure, seals and gasket to meet IP54 and above ingress protection
• Execute designs of plastic parts for injection molding, metal parts for die castings, sheet metal parts for stamping fabrication and CNC’d parts on 3D CAD system (PTC Creo 8 and above)
• Hands-on fabrication and assembly of prototype parts involving rapid prototyping such as 3-D printing, SLA, CNC and proto tooling
• Generate detailed drawings for PCBs, board assemblies, EMI shields, enclosure mechanical parts, cable assemblies and fabrication/tooling
• Analyze mechanical systems and assemblies for structural integrity using classical static and dynamic calculations
• Design light weight mechanical structures for drone aviation using magnesium casting
• Perform heat transfer calculations with basic heat transfer equations
• Perform thermal and structural simulations using Finite Element Analysis software tools to optimize size and weight
• Design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA)
• Perform design verification testing (DVT) using vibration, shock, and temperature cycle profiles from standard such as MIL-STD-810.
• Design for EMI and RFI shielding with state-of-the-art shielding techniques involving robotically placed shield cans, EMI gaskets, and metallization of housing
• Analyze 3D CAD interface between electrical board design (ECAD) and mechanical design (MCAD) to check for component interference
• Create board constraint inputs to electrical board design
• Generate reports, do presentations and design reviews
• Create Bill of Materials and perform cost analysis

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. xhqgsiq Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client

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