Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

ENGINEER - RESEARCH ENGINEER - Mechanical Engineer

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) • $70K — $95K *
San Antonio, TX 78228In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering
  • SolidWorks certification preferred, along with FEA/CFD certifications
  • 1-5 years of experience in an engineering team, delivering high-quality designs
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and mechanical assemblies
  • Working knowledge in thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics of materials, and stress analysis
  • Effective communication skills for technical issues and teamwork
  • Valid/clear driver's license required

Responsibilities

  • Develop 3D models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks
  • Design mechanical parts and electronic packaging assemblies
  • Apply engineering principles to ensure reliability in aerospace designs
  • Assess stress, thermal, fit, and function of designs
  • Translate multidisciplinary requirements into mechanical solutions
  • Prepare and review technical data for design reviews
  • Support prototype build and testing activities

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in cutting-edge aerospace projects
  • Collaborative environment with multidisciplinary teams
  • Professional development through certifications and training
  • Hands-on involvement in prototype building and testing
  • Contributions have a direct impact on aerospace design outcomes
Full Job Description
  • Support aerospace mechanical design efforts by developing 3D models, detailed drawings, and mechanical assemblies from concept through release using SolidWorks.
  • Design simple to complex mechanical parts, housings, brackets, fixtures, and electronic packaging assemblies that meet program, manufacturing, and integration requirements.
  • Apply sound engineering principles in mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and materials to support reliable mechanical designs for aerospace applications.
  • Perform basic stress, thermal, fit, form, and function assessments and interpret analysis results to identify design risks, margins, and improvement opportunities.
  • Support multidisciplinary engineering teams by translating electrical, thermal, structural, and packaging requirements into practical mechanical design solutions.

  • Create, update, and maintain SolidWorks 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings for mechanical parts, electronic packaging, and aerospace hardware.
  • Support design reviews by preparing technical data, reviewing drawing packages, checking dimensions, and resolving mechanical design comments.
  • Perform basic stress, thermal, tolerance, and packaging assessments to verify that mechanical designs meet performance and integration requirements.
  • Coordinate with electrical, systems, manufacturing, and program staff to ensure mechanical designs support hardware layout, cable routing, cooling, assembly, and installation needs.
  • Support prototype build, inspection, troubleshooting, and test activities by resolving mechanical fit, fabrication, assembly, and documentation issues.

  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering.
  • Solidworks certification, FEA/CFD certifications and/or trainings preferred.
  • 1-5 years: Working in an engineering team environment with proven experience in delivering high quality design in support of programs.
  • 1-5 years: Proficient with SolidWorks for 3D modeling, mechanical assemblies, detailed drawings, configurations, and design documentation.
  • 1-5 years: Working knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics of materials, stress analysis, tolerance analysis, and interpretation of engineering data.
  • 1-5 years: Ability to communicate technical issues clearly, work in a multidisciplinary team, and support aerospace hardware design, fabrication, integration, and testing.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.

About Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is a non-profit research and development organization headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The institute was founded in 1947 and has since grown to employ over 3,000 people across multiple locations in the United States. SwRI provides research and development services to a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and energy. The institute's research areas include automation and data systems, chemistry and chemical engineering, and space science and engineering. SwRI has a long history of working with government agencies, including NASA and the Department of Defense, as well as private companies.
Learn more about Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
* Ladders Estimates

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