Mechanical Engineer - Edge Autonomy

WORK LOCATION: Ann Arbor, Michigan

SALARY RANGE: $105,000 - $135,000 USD

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

ABOUT EDGE

Edge is a recognized leader across uncrewed aircraft systems, power solutions, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance solutions through leading-edge technologies. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence. Our expertise in these areas allows us to deliver advanced, reliable, and effective solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients. At Edge, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment where creativity and technical prowess converge to solve some of the industry's most complex challenges.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Mechanical Engineer that with minimal supervision, designs, develops, optimizes, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment and machinery for military and commercial portable fuel cell, battery, and fuel processing projects from concept to post-launch support. Works within a multidisciplinary team, integrating fluid-mechanical and electrical subsystems with the latest technology. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology in the uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) space.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The following job functions are a basic requirement but are not limited to and may be assigned other duties

·           Design and test products through the design, development, and validation process

·           Collaborate with R&D, product development engineers, and manufacturing staff

·           Manage resource allocation across multiple projects using the stage gate development process

·           Mentor and train junior staff

·           Compile data for technical reports to keep customers informed

·           Optimize products to reduce costs and meet business targets

·           Evaluate testing results and ensure compliance with regulations and quality guidelines

·           Resolve product issues using root cause and corrective action processes

·           Oversee the manufacture of prototype systems and transition designs to larger scale manufacturing

·           Integrate manufacturability into design

·           All other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

·           Track record of working hands-on to develop commercially successful products, preferably in the portable, electromechanical field

·           3+ years of managing technical product development projects and handling multiple projects

·           Previous experience developing electronics enclosures that require active cooling, have user interfaces, and operate in a range of environmental conditions

·           Successful application of engineering and manufacturing processes

·           Worked with CAD in a product development or manufacturing environment

·           Worked with parts vendors, pricing negotiation, and green technology (preferred)

·           Worked with machined, metal formed and plastic components

·           Bachelor’s Degree – BSME or related

·           Highly competent with MS Office and other engineering software programs (such as SolidWorks)

·           Working knowledge of Lean, DFMA, Six Sigma, and FMEA

·           Must balance multiple projects and be comfortable reacting to changing priorities

·           React to and implement changes suggested in projects to the product design.  Understand customer (internal and external) needs and anticipate requests

·           Define what needs to be accomplished, consistently complete tasks.  Takes responsibility for resolving a problem, regardless of where it belongs

·           Ability to make decisions based on incomplete data.  Methodical and expedient in selecting options with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency

·           Hands-on.  Expands projects and tasks by encouraging exploration of new ideas that may have a positive effect on the product.  Questions non-value-added work and      brings forward creative, fresh, and workable ideas

·          Communicate technical information with engineers, technicians, and management on a regular basis

·          Works well with others.  Seeks the opinions of others.  Encourages individuals to work together as a team to accomplish a common goal.  Shares in recognition for work    well done and accepts responsibility for failure

·           Professional, represents themselves & the organization in a positive light through knowledge and conduct. Embodies the positive attributes of attitude, empowerment        and growth

EDGE AUTONOMY BENEFITS

•  Matching 401(k)
•  Paid PTO
•  Paid holidays
•  Medical, vision, and dental insurance
•  Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
•  HSA and FSA Options
•  Critical Care Plan
•  Accident Care Plan

HIRING REQUIREMENTS

If an offer of employment offer is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check and the ability to be insured by the Company’s Auto-policy. An Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status.

EDGE AUTONOMY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Edge Autonomy is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact jobs@edgeautonomy.io

Continued employment remains on an “At-Will” basis.