Job description

AMETEK SFMS is looking for a highly collaborative problem-solver with a natural curiosity about mechanical and electrical devices to join us as a Senior Mechanical Engineer in our Wilmington, MA facility. This position will specialize in the development of aerospace components with a specialty in Flow Meters. We are seeking a self-starter with mechanical design engineering experience in a manufacturing environment who possesses excellent technical and project management capabilities. This individual will join a global, multi-site business unit that designs and manufactures highly engineered sensors and fluid management systems for aerospace applications. KEY RESPONSIBLITIES: • Position is for a success-oriented individual with demonstrated experience in the design, manufacture, test & certification of electromechanical sensing devices such as Flow Meters, Pressure Sensors, RTD’s, Thermocouples, Speed Sensors, and Cables. • Will develop new technologies to sustain competitive advantage while working within a multidisciplined team environment. • Create 3D models utilizing SolidWorks, specifying materials and assembly methods. • Create and issue technical documentation to support new and existing product designs. This includes, but is not limited to design reports, FMEA’s, test procedures, and test reports. • Perform Structural, Thermal, Fatigue, and Dimensional Analyses using both hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis methods. • Review customer and industry specifications in support of the bid and proposal and product design processes. • Must have a strong blend of technical, project, and positive customer relationship building experience. • Responsible for integrating design for six sigma, reliability & manufacturability into each product design while achieving customer objectives of performance and schedule. REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION: • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (required). • Master’s Degree in Engineering (preferred). • 10+ years designing electromechanical sensing devices in a regulated industry, such as the aerospace, defense, automotive or medical industries. • Experience in Liquid Flow Meter product technology and design required. Fuel flow meter experience preferred. • Proficiency in Stress Analysis using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to verify design margin on electro-mechanical assemblies under static, thermal and vibratory loads. Experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) preferred. • Proficiency with ASME 14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). • Knowledge and understanding of aerospace components and standards are a plus. • Requires exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, as well as demonstrated strong use of analytical tools. • Proficiency in SolidWorks version 2020 or later. • Expertise in designing for severe vibration and thermal environments. • Able to function (often simultaneously) as an individual contributor, a team member, and a leader supporting various activities. • Organized and analytical, able to eliminate obstacles through creative and adaptive approaches. • Highly collaborative and assertive individual with team player attitude. • Well-developed problem-solving skills and the demonstrated ability to be self-directed and effectively relate to all levels of an organization. • Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, and meet deadlines while remaining flexible to changing work priorities. • Computer skills to include Word, Excel, and SolidWorks as well as familiarity with PLM/PDM software (ARAS Innovator preferred). • Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs. • Due to the nature of SFMS's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Requirements

Must-haves

Will develop new technologies to sustain competitive advantage while working within a multidisciplined team environment.
Create 3D models utilizing SolidWorks, specifying materials and assembly methods.
Create and issue technical documentation to support new and existing product designs. This includes, but is not limited to design reports, FMEA’s, test procedures, and test reports.
Perform Structural, Thermal, Fatigue, and Dimensional Analyses using both hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis methods.
Review customer and industry specifications in support of the bid and proposal and product design processes.
Must have a strong blend of technical, project, and positive customer relationship building experience.
Responsible for integrating design for six sigma, reliability & manufacturability into each product design while achieving customer objectives of performance and schedule.
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (required).
10+ years designing electromechanical sensing devices in a regulated industry, such as the aerospace, defense, automotive or medical industries.
Proficiency with ASME 14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Requires exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, as well as demonstrated strong use of analytical tools.
Proficiency in SolidWorks version 2020 or later.
Expertise in designing for severe vibration and thermal environments.
Able to function (often simultaneously) as an individual contributor, a team member, and a leader supporting various activities.
Organized and analytical, able to eliminate obstacles through creative and adaptive approaches.
Highly collaborative and assertive individual with team player attitude.
Well-developed problem-solving skills and the demonstrated ability to be self-directed and effectively relate to all levels of an organization.
Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, and meet deadlines while remaining flexible to changing work priorities.
Due to the nature of SFMS's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Nice-to-haves

Master’s Degree in Engineering (preferred).
Experience in Liquid Flow Meter product technology and design required. Fuel flow meter experience preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of aerospace components and standards are a plus.
Computer skills to include Word, Excel, and SolidWorks as well as familiarity with PLM/PDM software (ARAS Innovator preferred).

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Platform: successfactors
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