Senior Associate, Mechanical Engineering

Job Description

Company Description

About Vorbeck

Vorbeck is a multi-disciplinary, technology-driven organization focused on advanced graphene applications. From engineers and PhD scientists to softgoods designers and military veterans, we believe that bringing people with diverse skill sets together builds great products.

In general, we are looking for individual to join the team who are:

Determined – hardworking, motivated people who know that success does not come easily

Innovative – curious, creative thinkers who are not afraid to try new things

Leaders – people who want to grow, take on new responsibilities, and show the world what can be doneJob Description

Job Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced mechanical engineer, with a strong background in design, testing, and successful product development and launch.

Core job responsibilities within the Engineering Department at Vorbeck for a Senior Associate, Mechanical Engineering are:

Creating new designs for flexible/wearable technologies that meet project and customer requirements

Building and testing prototypes and iterating on designs

Participating in multiple aspects of product design from concept development through product launch

Reading design specifications and technical drawings

Researching suitable solutions and estimating costs and timescales

Liaising with others in the product development team

Liaising with clients, contractors, and project managers

Developing and conducting test plans

Recording, analyzing, and interpreting test data

Qualifying final products or systems

Preparing product documentation

Writing reports and giving presentations

Monitoring products in use to improve on future design

Proposing modifications and retesting products

Supporting field tests and demonstrations

Contributing to the development of technical data packages for production

Other responsibilities and duties as required

Travel (expected) 5%-10%Qualifications

Qualifications/Skills

Desired qualifications and skills for a Senior Associate, Mechanical Engineering are:

Strong experience in mechanical design tools such as SolidWorks

Hands-on experience in using 3D printers, CNC machines, and other rapid prototyping and production equipment

Experience in materials and manufacturing processes such as injection molding and metal forming

Experience in product design, development, testing, and launch

Experience in design for manufacturability and assembly

Experience in mechanical design of electrical interconnect systems is a plus

A proven track record of detail-oriented mechanical engineering work

Demonstrated ability to solve challenging technical problems

Ability to lead fast-paced technical teams

Past performance in the management of engineering projects and on time delivery

Excellent presentation and verbal communication skills and strong technical writing ability

Possess, or have ability to obtain, a Secret or higher clearance with US Dept. of Defense

Education and Experience

Desired education and experience for a Senior Associate, Mechanical Engineering are:

BS degree in mechanical engineering or a related field

Master’s degree or PhD in mechanical engineering or a related field is a plus

Three to five years’ work experience in mechanical engineering

Additional Information

Additional Information

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Program

Vacation, Personal Time, and 10 Paid Holidays

Company-sponsored Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Flexible work hours

Physical Setting/work location:

In-Office

Location (position is available in two locations):

8306 Patuxent Range Road, Suite 106, Jessup, MD 20794

4200 James Ray Drive, Grand Forks, ND 58202

*Vorbeck is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. This position will involve work on government contracts and the government requires that qualified candidates must be United States citizens. All personal information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.*

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