Mechanical Engineer 2 - Applied Research Associates, Inc

The Analytical Solutions Division (ASD) of Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc., has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Mechanical Engineer 2 in the Huntsville, AL location. The ideal candidate must be proficient with SOLIDWORKS Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and provide engineering design and prototype build support for testing and customer demonstration.  Will design, model, and validate parts and assemblies of varying levels of complexity utilizing SOLIDWORKS software to include sheet metal, weldments, simulation, surfaces, and drawings. Perform original design work after receiving the design goal or problem, general method of processing and engineering advice on related theoretical aspects to be considered in the design. Complexity of assignments requires the exercise of considerable initiative, latitude, independent judgment, and the ability to design independently with only general technical direction.

 What you’ll do as a Mechanical Engineer 2:

• Design, model, and validate parts and assemblies of varying levels of complexity utilizing SOLIDWORKS software to include sheet metal, weldments, simulation, surfaces, and drawings
• Evaluate operational systems and designs modification to eliminate causes of malfunctions or changes in system requirements
• Prepares cost estimates for entire project of piece of the equipment
• Provide technical guidance and/or briefings and updates to staff and leadership involved with producing design fabrication drawings
• Provide oversight and input to manufacturing teams, ensuring the accuracy and quality of all systems
• Assist project teams in preparing presentations and demonstrations
• Ability to manage and prioritize numerous assignments
• Apply analytical, evaluative, and constructive expertise to meet the critical deadlines assigned
• Work under only general direction and independently determines and develops approach to solutions
• Responsible to identify and evaluate new manufacturing technologies and integrate innovative materials and process improvements

 Must Haves as a Mechanical Engineer 2:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent and 5+ years of engineering experience
• Advanced skills, with ability to create mechanical drawings using SOLIDWORKS CAD software
• Provide engineering design and prototype build support for testing and customer demonstration
• Independently determine and develop approach to solutions
• Responsible to identify and evaluate new manufacturing technologies and integrate innovative materials and process improvements
• Lifting up to 50lbs, standing for long periods of time to include stoop, bend, crouch, crawl, climb, push and pull
• Be physically capable of wearing all required personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to safety glasses, respirator, safety shoes, hearing protection and hand protection as required

 Mechanical Engineer 2 Wish List/Preferred:

• Active / current SECRET Clearance from the US Department of Defense
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks Surfacing

ARA Company Information

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2122 professionals. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns’ greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please visit our website at www.ara.com.

Please apply at www.careers.ara.com for the Mechanical Engineer 2 position.

Experience

Required

• 5 - 7 years: Mechanical Engineer Experience

Education

Required

• Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field

Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Motivations

Preferred

• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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