Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 12+ years of experience or advanced degree with 10+ years in mechanical design engineering.
Proficiency in CAD modeling tools, preferably Solidworks.
Hands-on experience in precision machine design and manufacturing equipment.
Experience conducting complex mechanical analyses including structural and thermal FEA.
Familiarity with GD&T and prototyping methods such as machining and additive manufacturing.
Responsibilities
Lead the design, build, and testing of R&D and production manufacturing equipment.
Act as technical lead for major engineering projects and R&D of new technologies.
Conduct mechanical analyses and validate designs through prototyping.
Release part documentation and ECOs for product support.
Communicate project requirements and timelines effectively.
Collaborate with fabricators to ensure designs are efficient and manufacturable.
Work with cross-disciplinary engineers to develop integrated manufacturing solutions.
Benefits
Health Care Plan covering medical, dental, and vision needs.
Retirement Plan options including 401k and IRA.
Generous Paid Time Off for vacations, sick leave, and public holidays.
Eligibility for a performance-based Bonus Plan.
Life Insurance offerings including basic, voluntary, and AD&D coverage.
Family Leave policies for maternity and paternity.
Provision of free food and snacks at the workplace.
Participation in a Stock Option Plan.
Coverage for Short Term and Long Term Disability.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity
Halo Industries is seeking a Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer who will lead in the design, testing, integration and deployment of both proprietary and commercial wafer processing equipment. Working with Halo's product and manufacturing teams, the hired candidate will contribute to the optimization and scaled deployment of Halo's technology.
The primary responsibilities of the position include:
Lead the design, build, and test of high-precision electro-mechanical R&D and production manufacturing equipment and tooling, starting from initial process conceptualization through to production deployment on factory floors
Serve as a technical lead on major engineering projects, spearheading research and development of new technologies, methods, and design approaches
Specify and perform significantly complex mechanical analyses, including structural, thermal, and tolerance studies
Build prototypes and validate designs
Release parts, assemblies, drawings and ECO's needed for product release and product support
Communicate requirements, timelines and deliverables clearly in written and verbal formats
Work with fabricators, using DFM principles to achieve robust designs that aren't unnecessarily complicated
Work with NPI to provide the resources and documentation needed to deploy Halo's equipment at scale
Work with software, electrical, optical and systems engineers to produce integrated solutions to manufacturing needs
Conduct root cause analysis of test failures and production issues to improve performance
Review mechanical engineering designs of other Halo Industries engineers in both a formal and informal capacity
Mentor and guide less experienced engineers in the areas of product development and mechanical design
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering and 12+ years of professional experience (or M.S. / Doctorate and 10+ years of professional experience) in mechanical design engineering,
Proficiency in CAD modeling (preferably Solidworks)
Proficiency in precision machine design
Hands-on experience designing, assembling, testing, and debugging mechanical and electro-mechanical equipment
Experience with Structural and Thermal FEA
Experience in GD&T
Hands-on fabrication/prototyping experience, such as machining and additive manufacturing
Preferred Qualifications
Minimal Iteration Development (get it right earlier) skills
Familiarity with precision engineering concepts such as micro positioning, kinematic design, dynamic system analysis, thermal compensation and optomechanical design.
Experience with manufacturing documentation including BOMs and assembly drawings
Experience in machine design for high precision industries (i.e. semiconductors, imaging, life sciences)
Experience in industrial automation (robotics, transfer mechanisms, control systems)
Past startup experience and insights/lessons learned on effective scaling from R&D to production
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Bonus Plan eligible
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Free Food & Snacks
Stock Option Plan
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Base salary $165,000 - $190,000
Additional Information
About HALO Industries Inc
HALO Industries Inc is a promotional products company that provides branded merchandise to businesses and organizations. The company offers a range of products including apparel, bags, drinkware, and technology products. HALO Industries was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware. The company has a network of sales offices throughout the United States and operates internationally in Canada and Europe.
