Job SummaryWe are currently seeking a
Mechanical Engineer (Early Career) to join our Ground Systems group in National Security. This position is 100% onsite located in
Hilliard, OH. The person selected for this entry level position will be responsible for the design, testing and integration of new systems as well as supporting the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of existing mechanical systems. This position is part of a team composed of engineers, technicians and support staff that provide design and maintenance support for electronic, mechanical and hydraulic systems.
Responsibilities - Design, analyze, test, manufacture, and maintain mechanical components and systems.
- Apply principles of engineering, physics, and material science. Core areas include:
- Mechanics/Machine Design
- Kinematics
- Dynamics
- Fluid Dynamics
- Thermodynamics
- Material Science/Strength of Materials
- Structural
- Utilize computer aided design software (SolidWorks and/or Creo).
- Understand and apply the principles of machining and fabrication to designs.
- Generate and interpret engineering schematic and drawing packages.
- Apply principles of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
- Produce technical drawing packages to support component and assembly fabrication.
- Working closely with clients and associate contractors to define system requirements and integrate systems.
- Generating and following installation and testing procedures within a stringent client quality assurance system.
- Present design concepts and task status internally and to clients.
- Prepare written documentation in the form of final reports, test plans, test reports, system manuals, operating instructions, assembly instructions, and maintenance instructions.
- Develop task plan/schedules.
- Working closely with the Battelle engineers located at various sites to design, fabricate and integrate new mechanical systems.
- Maintaining, testing and troubleshooting existing mechanical systems both independently with minimal oversight or as part of an integrated technical team.
- Support hands on laboratory work performing assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of systems.
Key Qualifications - Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 0-2 years experience through related internship or class projects.
- Must be US Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications - Educational background electronic/mechanical and hydraulic systems.
- Curious attitude to develop in creative solutions, problem solving, and system troubleshooting.
- Good communication skills both verbal and written.
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications (including Microsoft Project and Visio).
- Ability to work within stringent client-driven quality assurance program.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Working knowledge of CAD/modeling programs (SolidWorks and/or Creo Pro/Engineer).
- Desire hands on experiences in lab and shop work.
- Willingness to get dirty during hands on work.
Compensation Data Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $71,200 - $101,400 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary LifeWe care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
- Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
- Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
- Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
- Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
- Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
- Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
- Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
