Thermal-Mechanical Engineer (Level 2-3) - The Structures Company
Columbia, MO 65299
About the Job
Job Description
The Structures Company is seeking a Thermal-Mechanical Engineer focused on research and development. The successful candidate will be able to devise experiments and analyze results, develop 3D models using SolidWorks, work on a project from conceptualization to completion, and write technical documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Interact with customers and project leads to fully understand product requirements and develop cost effective and innovative solutions.
- Design and develop components based on product and customer requirements.
- Create solid models, parts, assembly, and inspection drawings, as well as product travelers.
- Design products that fit our manufacturing capabilities
- Ensure compliance with company standards.
- Material procurement as required; place purchase orders, manufacturing work orders, and work with vendors to manage delivery schedules.
- Develop laboratory test plans to ensure compliance with customer’s key product characteristics.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
- Prior experience creating 3D models and drawings with SolidWorks or other CAD software.
- Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Authorized to process ITAR compliant data (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident required)
Desirable Skills
- 5 years of research experience
- Experience designing and running thermofluids experiments in a laboratory environment.
- Knowledge of manufacturing operations (CNC milling, turning, TIG welding, Laser Welding)
- Experience with programming in Python, MATLAB, or other language
- Experience with data acquisition and test automation in a laboratory environment including LabView.
The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.
We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.
*ITAR Definition
Under § 120.14 of the ITAR a U.S. person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States. A lawful permanent resident is further defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20). A U.S. Person is also a protected individual which is defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)