Specialty Mechanical Engineer

Napakiak Ventures

$100K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 10 years experience in custom mechanical equipment design.
  • Advanced experience in designing unique mechanical systems like gloveboxes and furnaces.
  • Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards for specialty equipment.
  • Background in various engineering analyses including FEA and thermal analysis.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling with PTC Creo or SolidWorks.
  • Q Clearance highly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop build-to-print design packages for custom mechanical systems.
  • Prepare detailed procurement documents including specifications and statements of work.
  • Perform complex engineering calculations such as finite element and structural analysis.
  • Produce comprehensive fabrication packages with drawings and supporting documents.
  • Lead multi-discipline engineering efforts, coordinating with teams on various engineering specialties.
  • Ensure compliance with industry codes and best practices throughout the design process.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, first-of-a-kind mechanical systems.
  • Collaborative team environment with cross-disciplinary project involvement.
  • Chance to engage in the full lifecycle design process, from requirements to fabrication.
  • Exposure to advanced engineering techniques and technologies.
  • Professional development opportunities in a specialized engineering field.
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Specialty Mechanical Engineers in the Projects Equipment Design Engineering organization develop design and procurement documentation for custom and first-of-a-kind mechanical systems, including glovebox systems, furnaces, high-vacuum systems, and metal casting/machining equipment.
This role involves collaborating with designers, performing detailed engineering calculations, and producing complete build-to-print fabrication packages. The engineer supports the full lifecycle of specialty equipment design, from initial requirements through fabrication documentation.

Key Responsibilities
• Develop build-to-print design packages for custom mechanical systems.
• Prepare procurement documents including equipment specifications, statements of work, and datasheets.
• Perform engineering calculations and analyses such as:
- Finite element analysis
- Structural and seismic analysis
- Ergonomic and kinematic evaluations
- Heat-transfer calculations
• Produce complete fabrication packages including drawings, specifications, procurement documents, and supporting analyses.
• Lead multi-discipline engineering efforts involving mechanical, electrical, instrumentation/controls, HVAC, piping, process, and welding contributors.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry codes, standards, and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications
• Advanced experience designing custom mechanical systems (e.g., glovebox systems, furnaces, high-vacuum systems, metal casting/machining equipment).
• Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards relevant to specialty equipment design.
• Proven ability to write detailed procurement and fabrication specifications for custom equipment.
• Background in engineering analysis including FEA, structural and seismic analysis, ergonomics, kinematics, and thermal analysis.
• Experience managing or coordinating multi-discipline engineering teams.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling using PTC Creo and/or SolidWorks.

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience designing and specifying custom mechanical equipment.
Q Clearance highly preferred.

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