Mechanical Engineer
The NSI-MI Technologies mechanical engineering team designs precision positioning solutions for use in state-of-the-art antenna and radome measurement systems. Typical mechanical engineering activities include concept development, machine design, structural analysis, documentation, and test and system verification to ensure predictable and safe operation.
Overview:
The candidate must be able to lead the development of mechanical products assuming full responsibility for execution of activities including costing/scheduling, design, analysis, and engineering documentation. Technical competence in structural analysis and machine elements is essential. The candidate should demonstrate leadership potential.
Experience with design and selection of machine elements used in precision drive mechanisms including bearings, gearboxes, position feedback/encoder, and servomotors are highly preferred. The candidate must also be familiar with fabrication and integration of positioning systems and be able to optimize designs for manufacturing.
Analytical skills of interest include classical strength of materials, static, dynamic, and thermal analysis of structures. The candidate should have working knowledge of aluminum and steel weldment design practice with an understanding of human safety factors. Familiarity with product safety certification process, including CE marking is a plus. The candidate needs to have a strong aptitude for problem solving with good organizational skills. The candidate must be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Regular communication and presentation with key customers will be required.
Required Skills:
This position requires approximately 10-20% domestic and international travel.
Desirable Skills:
Experience Level: 5+ years in machine design in an industrial/manufacturing environment
Education Level: Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering (Required)
Masters in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (Desired)
Location: Greater Los Angeles area (Torrance, CA)
