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Antenna Research Associates Principal Mechanical Engineer in North Billerica, Massachusetts
Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Develop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications, and necessity of modification. Use SolidWorks and FEA to realize design concepts of electronics packaging, structural designs, PCB layouts and other mechanical systems needed for product development. Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems and needs. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair to ensure that machines and equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications. Understand and communicate risk of design elements during development. Conduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components and systems and recommend design modifications to ensure that customer specifications are met. Improve documentation of current products and processes to incorporate lessons learned. Run design reviews & assess design feasibility. Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems and needs. Coordinate the maintenance and safety procedures, service schedule, and supply of materials required to maintain machines and equipment in the prescribed condition. Write performance requirements for product development or engineering projects. Design test control apparatus and equipment and develop procedures for testing products. Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports. Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications. Design test control apparatus and equipment and develop procedures for testing products. Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications. Improve documentation of current products and processes to incorporate lessons learned. Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications. Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications. Experience and Skills Ten (10) plus years of experience Advanced knowledge of mechanical design and construction of microwave antennas, mounts, and accessories Proficient in use of Solid Works and drawing creation to ASME Y14.100 standards Proficient in use of FEA Advanced experience of electronics packaging Advanced understanding of mechanical design principles and prototype testing Ability to assemble mechanical prototypes and perform advanced testing procedures DFMEA experience Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities Great written and verbal communication skills for documenting findings, report writing and collaborating with team members Strong background in manufacturing methods including knowledge of additive manufacturing. Knowledge of motion controls, motors, servos, and other mechanical hardware used in positioners. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment Education BSME required MME required Antenna Research Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries encourage diversity in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender/ Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran