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The University of Texas at Austin · 3 weeks ago

Sonar System Mechanical Design Engineering Lead

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$104K/yr - $174K/yr

3+ years exp

The University of Texas at Austin is a leading institution in research and education, and they are seeking a Sonar System Mechanical Design Engineering Lead to manage the design and installation of sonar systems. This role involves collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, overseeing the engineering design process, and mentoring junior team members.

Corporate TrainingEducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Collaborate with other researchers, system developers, and designers as part of a multi-disciplinary team to determine project requirements, development tasks, and schedules

Modeling, design, and development of sonar transducers, arrays, and associated mechanical and acoustic components for subsea sensor systems. Perform detailed engineering design of electroacoustic components utilizing CAD tools and formal acoustic and structural design techniques. Perform structural mechanics and acoustics FEA to simulate and predict performance of designs. Analytical and numerical modeling of advanced transducers to improve current technology. Development of new fabrication techniques and materials processing methods to increase sensor performance and longevity while reducing cost and form factor

Procurement, fabrication, and assembly of sonar systems and sensor payloads

Integration, testing and evaluation of sonar systems and sensors in a lab environment and in the field

Develop and review engineering documentation, including presentation of technical materials for program managers and project sponsors

Supervise, mentor, and lead a team of junior scientists and engineers

Other related functions as assigned

Qualification

Electroacoustic transducer designMechanical design using SolidWorksFinite element analysisPhysical acoustics understandingDynamic systems designGD&T drawing practicesMechanicalElectrical troubleshootingMentoring junior engineersProject managementCommunication skills

Required

Master's degree in mechanical engineering or other related discipline

Three years of demonstrated experience in electroacoustic transducer design

Fundamental understanding of physical acoustics and wave phenomena

Experience designing and tuning dynamic systems for sensing applications

Experience with linear dynamic system analysis and advanced computer modeling using finite elements

Familiarity with electronic system hardware design and fabrication

Experience in design of mechanical parts using SolidWorks CAD software

Machine design of mechanical system hardware and associated tooling and test platforms using both traditional and additive manufacturing methods

Knowledge of GD&T drawing practices and technical documentation per ASME Y14.5

Familiarity operating manual mills, lathes, grinders, welders, overhead cranes, and various other shop tools

Proficient in mechanical and electrical system troubleshooting

Proven ability to perform at every level of a project life cycle

Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member with and without daily supervision, work several overlapping projects over a short period of time, ability to work within an environment with rapidly changing priorities, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients

Able to work under pressure and accept supervision

Regular and punctual attendance

US Citizen. Selected applicant is subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position