Mechanical Design Engineer

Company Overview: Texas Research Institute Austin Inc. is a 50yearold innovative R&D firm specializing in advanced materials science and engineering solutions for aerospace defense marine and green technology. We are dedicated to delivering highquality rapidresponse research to enhance Warfighter capabilities while transitioning our solutions into broad commercial applications. Our multidisciplinary teams work on complex engineering challengesfrom systems integration and materials development to nondestructive evaluationto address national security needs.

Job Overview: TRI Austin is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. In this role you will collaborate with senior engineers and project leaders in the conception design assembly and testing of complex electromechanical systems. You will be responsible for driving prototype development using advanced composite materials and innovative manufacturing techniques as well as managing complete mechanical projectsfrom initial concept through to integration within larger systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and develop cuttingedge composite prototype designs using CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks) and structural design techniques.
• Execute detailed mechanical design fabrication assembly integration testing and evaluation using FEA tools (e.g. FEMAP/Nastran).
• Develop research proposals to secure external funding and prepare progress reports for governmentsponsored programs.
• Serve as technical lead on both long and shortterm projects achieving technical milestones and delivering presentations.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to define project requirements timelines and deliverables.
• Ensure effective project and documentation including creating and reviewing mechanical fabrication drawings and technical reports.

Project Tasks May Include:

• Leading design and development efforts for smalltomedium projects with minimal daily oversight.
• Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to address evolving design requirements and make informed engineering tradeoffs.
• Engineering advanced prototype systems through design analysis and fabrication.
• Participating in field testing with occasional travel to support prototype evaluation.
• InPerson position. Not a remote role.

TRI Austin an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability or veteran status. All individuals regardless of personal characteristics are encouraged to apply.

Required Attributes and Skills:

• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks) and a solid understanding of materials strengths and statics analysis.
• Ability to apply mechanical engineering principles for designing mechanical elements performing FEA and utilizing common mechanical hardware (gears shafts fasteners etc..
• Skilled in reading and creating mechanical fabrication drawings and proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of an integrated team with excellent communication planning and technical reporting skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Masters or PhD in Mechanical Engineering (or a related field). Salary is commensurate with experience.
• Proven background in materials development prototype design and applied research within an industry setting.
• Handson experience with SolidWorks GD&T practices and technical documentation per ASME Y14.5.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems experimental testing and simulation tools.
• Strong project management organizational and communication skills.
• Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance. More information: Experience and Attributes:
  • Track record as an innovative problemsolver with demonstrated technical leadership and success in securing research funding.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal presentation and technical writing skills.
  • Experience with subsea systems or components is a plus.
  • Familiarity with engineering calculation tools (Mathcad MATLAB etc. geometric dimensioning and tolerancing practices and 3D printing technologies.
  • Experience with budget and schedule management in a fastpaced R&D environment.

  
  

  If youre ready to contribute to groundbreaking research and advanced prototype development within a collaborative multidisciplinary team we encourage you to apply and join TRI Austin in making a meaningful impact on national security and commercial innovation.

  
  

  
  

  TRI Austin an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability or veteran status. All individuals regardless of personal characteristics are encouraged to apply.