Mechanical Engineer II

Scientific Research Corporation - Virginia Beach, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Virginia Beach, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Mechanical Engineer II position at Scientific Research Corporation involves performing design, development, and testing of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. The role requires a strong background in mechanical engineering, particularly in support of Department of Defense (DoD) projects, and includes responsibilities such as conducting environmental qualification testing and providing recommendations for design modifications. The position is integral to enhancing the technical and economic development of products and services offered by the company.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation of mechanical and electro-mechanical components, subsystems, and systems.
• Conduct routine analyses and/or tests pertaining to the development of new designs, methods, materials, or processes, and complete required documentation.
• Assist in evaluating field installations and recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
• Perform installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Conduct environmental qualification testing including EMI/EMC testing, vibration testing, mechanical shock testing, ingress protection testing, salt spray testing, sand and dust testing, and temperature and humidity testing.
• Assemble units, enclosures, or systems by reading, updating, or following mechanical drawings, industry methods, or assembly instructions.
• Perform extensive research and complex analysis on major projects to enhance the technical and economic development of the product and/or service.
• Assist with the design and development of mechanical kit TDPs and TDPs for rackmount electronics equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Three (3) years of professional Mechanical Engineering experience in design, development, production, or testing of electronic, electro-mechanical, and/or hydro-electronic equipment.
• Demonstrated experience performing environmental qualification testing including EMI/EMC testing, vibration testing, mechanical shock testing, ingress protection testing, salt spray testing, sand and dust testing, and temperature and humidity testing.
• Experience with the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment in support of DoD projects.
• Possess a current Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.
• Excellent analytical and research skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Nice-to-haves

• Five (5) years of professional Mechanical Engineering experience in design, development, production, or testing of electronic, electro-mechanical, and/or hydro-electronic equipment.
• Five (5) years of experience supporting DoD or Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Programs.
• Thorough understanding of NSWC operations.
• Demonstrated experience with CAD software such as Inventor or Solid Works.
• Demonstrated experience identifying, defining, and solving complex technical problems within project schedule and funding limitations.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Navy drawing standards and ability to produce drawings that detail the connectivity between systems.
• Professional experience with all phases of the engineering lifecycle.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Extensive benefits package
• Work environment that encourages excellence