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United Protective Technologies · 5 hours ago

Mechanical Engineer

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

United Protective Technologies is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in engine and mechanical systems design. The role involves designing, developing, analyzing, and testing innovative mechanical systems for Department of Defense applications, while ensuring compliance with standards and driving innovation from concept to deployment.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Molly Efird

Responsibilities

Collaborate within multidisciplinary R&D teams comprised of electrical, chemical, materials science, mechanical, software, and systems engineers, as well as program management, to ensure successful project execution

Generate functional mechanical solutions from complex project requirements through innovative conceptual designs

Assist engineers and scientists develop, build, sketch and produce production-level prototypes

Conduct field testing to evaluate solutions in DOD specific application environments

Develop cost-effective mechanical systems to evaluate conceptual designs

Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel

Author technical reports, white papers, proposals, and documentation supporting R&D projects

Work under the direction of Program Managers, Principal Investigators or Project Engineers

Ensure designs comply with relevant safety, quality, and industry standards, including applicable military standards (MIL-STD)

Must wear appropriate PPE as needed and adhere to all safety standards

Physical Requirements: Work is performed in an office/lab/field environment. Must have the ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and work with hands solving hands-on mechanical engineering tasks

Qualification

Mechanical systems design3D CAD systemsTechnical writingGeometric dimensioningTolerancingQuality management systemsCombustion-driven engine systemsAnalytical thinkingMultitaskingSelf-managementLearning new skillsCommunication skills

Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Experience participating in design teams to develop mechanical and/or electromechanical systems to meet design requirements including thermal, acoustic, and vibration requirements etc

Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced, autonomously driven atmosphere

Demonstrated ability to develop, lead and coordinate engineering solutions to complex material failures

Experience with 3D CAD systems such as SolidWorks

Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Must possess technical and analytical thinking skills with a detail-oriented physics-based approach

Demonstrated ability to self-manage assigned project tasks to meet schedule

Proven track record of technical writing (reports, proposals, publications). Samples may be required

Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)

Demonstrated ability to learn new skills

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen

Education: BS or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering

5+ years' experience in state-of-the-art research, design and development engineering

Preferred

Practical knowledge of AS9100 or other quality management systems

Experience with the design, development, and testing of small combustion-driven engine systems to include designing and tuning mechanical system controls

Experience designing mechanical systems for diverse Soldier environments to include follow on maintenance procedures and sustainment support

FE certification or PE license in Engineering

Experience developing and executing test plans for MIL-STD requirements

Secret security clearance

MS preferred