University of Dayton Research Institute · 1 month ago
Mechanical/AM Engineer
Dayton, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expThe University of Dayton Research Institute is a national leader in scientific and engineering research, serving various customers. They are seeking a Mechanical/AM Engineer to focus on product development using Additive Manufacturing and conventional methods, supporting sustainment activities for aerospace components and collaborating with various groups throughout the project lifecycle.
EducationService IndustryUniversities
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Focus on product development efforts using both Additive Manufacturing (AM) and conventional manufacturing methods
Support sustainment activities for aerospace and other equipment components
Reverse engineering, CAD design, 2D drawing with focus on application of GD&T, analysis and simulation for selected components
Responsible for the overall development effort as a 'Product Owner' following all product development process steps for the project
Collaborate with various groups for manufacture and qualification test, through project completion
Provide FEA analysis support to other team members
Development and delivery of training materials as needed
Participate in various technical challenges and team support activities
Work in a highly agile environment and demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and attention to detail
Qualification
Required
BS degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
3+ years of experience in product development
3+ years of experience with Computer Aided Design software, preferably SolidWorks
3+ years of practical experience in 2D drawing generation, including application of GD&T
2+ years of experience in simulation and FEA analysis using an industry standard analysis tool such as ANSYS
Practical experience reverse-engineering products/projects
Familiarity with various manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, extrusion, CNC machining, injection molding, thermoforming, etc
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to perform extensive research, catalogue findings during development activities, and write reports for both internal and external use
Effective interpersonal communication and presentation skills with coworkers and clients at all levels
Self-motivation with ability to work with minimal supervision
Successful collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work on US government contract
Due to requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. Citizen
6+ years of experience in related field
5+ years of experience using CAD, preferably SolidWorks
Preferred
5+ years of experience performing FEA analysis using ANSYS to include static and dynamic analysis
Experience with Additive Manufacturing, including print file generation
Experience with failure analysis, root cause determination and corrective action
Experience with Model Based Definition generation
M.S. Degree in engineering
Benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance
Retirement
Disability
Tuition assistance for you and your dependents
Vacation
Sick, and holiday pay
Company
University of Dayton Research Institute
University of Dayton Research Institute is a scientific and engineering research institute serving government and nonprofit customers.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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