Mechanical Engineer (Junor to Mid-Level) - $80K - $140K

RCT Systems

$80K — $140K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • United States Citizenship due to ITAR program restrictions
  • Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering or graduate work in lieu of experience
  • Proficiency in CREO 3D modeling software
  • Experience with FEA and CFD modeling software packages
  • Expertise in designing thermal management systems
  • Familiarity with mechanical shock and vibration analysis

Responsibilities

  • Package complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems
  • Build and test complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems
  • Design thermal management systems for power electronics
  • Perform structural analysis for components and ruggedized enclosures
  • Use FEA and CFD for thermal and structural analysis
  • Create and issue prototype and production level drawings according to GD&T standards
  • Source vendors and manage procurement of custom parts
  • Prepare and conduct technical presentations for customers

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Generous PTO and Sick Time
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible schedules available
Full Job Description
RCT Systems, Power Systems Division, is seeking Mechanical Engineers specializing in 3D electronics packaging, thermal system design, and hardware build and test. Responsibilities of a qualified Mechanical Engineer candidate will include:
  • Package complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems
  • Build and test complex power converters, energy storage systems, and PLC systems
  • Design thermal management systems for power electronics
  • Perform structural analysis for components, support structures, and ruggedized enclosures under harsh environmental conditions and shock and vibration
  • Use FEA, CFD, and hand calculations for thermal and structural analysis
  • Create, review, and issue prototype and production level drawings IAW GD&T standards
  • Source vendors and communicate for quoting and procurement of custom parts
  • Prepare and perform technical presentations and design reviews for customers
  • Create and maintain process and build documentation in conjunction with operations team

Mid-Level engineers may also expect to:
  • Lead cross-functional teams to develop solid-state power conversion systems
  • Provide technical input into business development activities
  • Mentor junior engineers

Minimum Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship is required due to US Government ITAR program restrictions
  • Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
  • BS in mechanical engineering is required; graduate work is acceptable in lieu of some work experience
  • Candidates with strengths in some of the following areas are highly encouraged to apply:
    • CREO 3D modeling software
    • Windchill PLM software (Administrator experience is a plus)
    • FEA and CFD modeling software packages
    • Designing thermal management systems and/or high-performance heat exchangers
    • Mechanical shock and vibration analysis
    • Working with on-site manufacturing in a rapid prototyping environment

Immediate Requirements/Projects include:
  • MW scale power converters for Naval ship applications.
  • Preparation of technical data package and related documentation
  • Thermal design of coldplates, heat exchangers, and overall TMS for large power electronics systems
  • Structural, thermal, and shock and vibration analysis in SimLab, Creo Simulate, and Creo Flow
  • Naval shipboard and undersea submersible component design

RCT Systems PSD supports hybrid (remote/in-office) and flexible work schedules; however, candidates must reside within (or be willing to relocate to) commuting distance of our Baltimore, MD facility.
Job Postings can be found at: https://www.rct-systems.com/current-job-openings/

RCT offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Generous PTO and Sick Time
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible schedules available

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