Mechanical Design Engineer

Description

SUMMARY:

At G&H StingRay, we develop advanced and complex optical systems for global defense and military sectors, Homeland Security, Search and Rescue, surveillance and commercial applications. These systems span the optical spectrum of ultra violet, visible, and infrared wavelengths. G&H is a fast paced design environment for prototype and production volumes. Our engineers are responsible for making systems that the world has never seen before. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, and creative engineer with the ability to work in a team-oriented environment. 

This position requires the individual to have a well-rounded background with knowledge in mechanical design, motion control, and material properties. The position will require technical leadership from conceptual design, testing, and through production implementation. The prototype volumes we deal with requires a candidate who is capable of thriving in an environment where each project is unique and has the demands of a new design.  They must also be capable creating detailed drawings and bill of materials for each new design. If you enjoy problem solving and collaborating with a diverse set of professionals across different engineering groups and business functions then this is the job for you.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• New product design; including quoting costs and hours associated with building said design. 
• Design and drafting of optical mounting configurations to yield optimum performance under various environmental conditions.
• Proficiency in using SolidWorks for detailed mechanical design. 
• Help troubleshoot and solve problems as they arise with the first time builds of prototype optical systems. 
• Solid PC skills including MS Office. Experience managing projects from inception to completion, working with a multi-disciplinary team in a fast paced, technically challenging environment.
• Technical interface with G&H commercial team and customers, as needed, to insure clarity of the information supplied for design purposes.
• Assistance with the assembly, integration, and testing of optical systems.
• Assist with quality assurance and continuous improvement. 
• Stock code creation and bill of material creation inside MRP.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience designing mechanical assemblies.
• Working knowledge of geometrical tolerancing.
• Experience with Ansys or SolidWorks Simulation is a plus.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Reviewing, assessing, and creating drawings, specifications, Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), technical reports and other documentation associated with design and build of products.

Physical Demands

• The ability to lift 40 pounds. 

The responsibilities of this position will involve having access to items and technical data that may be controlled under U.S. export laws and regulations ("U.S. Export Control Laws"), including but not limited to the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). In order to comply with the U.S. Export Control Laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within G&H that may present access to export-controlled technical data, G&H must assess whether candidates are "U.S. persons" as defined under the EAR (15 C.F.R. Part 772) and the ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.15). Certain questions asked during the application process are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only.

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunity or practices on the grounds of gender, race, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national laws under which the Company operates.

The Company fully supports the well-being of our employees.