Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: West Lafayette, IN

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 13 months
• Pay Rate: $40.00 $48.00 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: US Citizenship Required. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Design Engineer works in project teams to provide a broad range of mechanical engineering expertise designing complex analytical instrumentation systems and components for field application of scientific analytical equipment. The candidate will be responsible for all mechanical designs including packaging, machined, and fabricated components for vacuum and inlet assemblies, electronic enclosures, and mounting systems. This position includes involvement in prototyping and interfacing with scientific and manufacturing teams, with responsibilities that include planning and tracking your own work schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Development (CAD Design)
• Rapid Prototyping (additive and non-additive)
• Test fixture development
• Documentation including drawings, build procedures, test procedures, etc.
• Interface with suppliers during product development to expedite and coordinate part deliveries and resolve design issues with suppliers
• Provide ongoing engineering support for production instruments

Required Skills

• Experience with SolidWorks
• Experience with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) practices
• Working knowledge of electro-mechanical assembly design
• Knowledge of machining practices and what parts can/cannot be created in a machine shop
• Knowledge of sheet metal design practices including strength and tolerancing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• High energy, proactive orientation; comfortable in a dynamic, entrepreneurial atmosphere
• Practical/hands-on experience with assembly of electro-mechanical components and systems

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SolidWorks EPDM or other PDM tools
• Experience directing and working with Industrial Designers
• Knowledge of injection molding practices to include draft angles, texture, materials, etc.

Education Requirements

• BSME/MSME preferred from an accredited institution

Required Experience

• Minimum 3 years' relevant experience in mechanical design and product development

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Some travel to customer sites and to test ranges may be required
• Driving required

About the Client

This client is a leading provider of advanced sensing solutions in the defense, industrial, and public safety sectors, specializing in thermal imaging, threat detection, and perception technologies used across surveillance, navigation, research, manufacturing, and more. Operating across the United States and serving global markets, the organization employs thousands of engineers, scientists, and technical professionals including mechanical engineers, systems engineers, software developers, and manufacturing specialists who collaborate to develop innovative sensing and imaging systems.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-06755 Industry: Engineering

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