Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: West Lafayette, IN

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 11 months
• Pay Rate: $40.00 $58.00 / Hour (USD)
• Travel Requirements: Some travel to customer sites and to test ranges may be required
• Work Authorization: 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.

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. Responsibilities include planning and tracking your own work schedules.

• Product Development (CAD Design)
• Rapid Prototyping (additive and non-additive)
• Test fixture development
• Documentation including drawings, build procedures, test procedures, etc.

• 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
• 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
• 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
• Client and all employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards; all employees must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules, and regulatory orders

• 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.

• BSME/MSME preferred from an accredited institution

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

• US Citizenship Required

This client is a leading provider of advanced sensing solutions for thermal imaging, threat detection, and public safety, serving defense, industrial, and commercial markets across North America and beyond. With a workforce of engineers, systems integration specialists, and defense technology professionals, the organization develops cutting-edge products that have real-world impact across sectors that matter.

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: 26-17593 Industry: Engineering

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