Mechanical Engineer - R&D
Mechanical Engineer - R&D
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$ 85000 - 120000
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Mechanical Engineer
Position title: Mechanical Engineer
Reports to: Mechanical Engineering Manager-R&D
Department: Research and Development
Location:Fort Collins Colorado
General Description
Are you ready to design great products that make a positive impact on the environment In-Situ Inc. is a leading manufacturer of innovative environmental monitoring equipment that protects our global water resources. We create industry leading products and solutions that focus on innovative design high reliability and world class manufacturing. As we develop a new generation of products we are looking for a passionate hands-on individual who will champion this effort and take our mechanical designs to the next level.
In-Situ Inc. is a global company with a modern manufacturing facility in Fort Collins Colorado. We specialize in the design manufacture and worldwide sale of scientific equipment for the environmental aquaculture and industrial water-monitoring markets. In-Situ Inc. is a leading global innovator of solutions for customers requiring water monitoring in a variety of different markets. We provide best in class groundwater and surface water level and water quality monitoring equipment along with data transmission and cloud-based management software resulting in an exceptional customer experience.
Not only does In-Situ provide an attractive offering to our customers but the company also places a high value on engagement in our community environmental projects employee wellness and creating an open and fun work environment.
Primary Responsibilities - Owning the mechanical design and development of strategic projects. Many projects involve design and creation of submersible sensors with tight mechanical requirements that must meet an expected life of 5-10 years.
- Lead mechanical design of submersible systems from concept through production ensuring innovative reliable and cost-effective solutions
- Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D teams manufacturing product management and supply chain to align design decisions with overall company strategy
- Evaluate and mitigate technical and commercial risks throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Anticipate downstream effects of design changes on supply chain serviceability and customer experience
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of how engineering decisions impact the broader business including revenue margins and customer satisfaction
- Proactively identify and communicate potential business risks or opportunities stemming from engineering developments
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence
- Use data-driven insights to guide design choices
- Perform structural thermal and tolerance analyses using tools like FEA
- Support procurement and suppliers for technical discussions and sourcing
- Generate detailed drawings BOMs and technical documentation for products and components
- Communicate complex engineering concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Troubleshoot internal and field failures driving to root cause and corrective actions
- Update product designs as required to meet quality and cost improvement goals
- Create implement and monitor appropriate test plans for new products and product improvements
- Oversee testing to ensure that a high level of quality and reliability is present in the final product and that it meets project requirements
- Lead small to medium projects including planning scheduling design work and cross-functional communication
Position Qualifications
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States of America
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Process oriented with a sense of urgency
- A strong team player results-oriented and comfortable in an entrepreneurial environment
- Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering discipline
- Proficient user of CAD systems (SolidWorks preferred) including 3D layouts and 2D detail drawings
- Strong communication skills to be able to work effectively with marketing engineering technical support and customers
- Self-starter with an ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Process oriented problem solver and team player with a strong work ethic
- Positive attitude
Desired:
- Experience in mechanical design systems and software including SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM
- Mechanical testing experience including Temperature Vibration Drop Pressure and Pull Strength
- Logical thinker who is not afraid to dive into difficult issues outside of their area of expertise
- Proficient in design of both molded and machined components
- Lean manufacturing experience
- 5-10 years of experience in product design.
- Experience in the water industry or experience designing small submersible devices
- Experience with opto-mechanical design
Working Environment and Physical Conditions
- Normal office environment
- Computer system data terminal
Total Rewards:
Compensation:Compensation will be commensurate with the applicants education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as alignment with market data and internal benchmarks.
- Salary Range: $85000-$120000
- Additional Compensation:Participation in a Company-sponsored variable compensation plan.
Benefits Available:
- Health Dental and Vision Insurance.
- 401(k) matching.
- Short and Long-Term Disability.
- Group Life/AD&D Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Will and Trust Preparation Services.
- Travel Assistance Services.
- 10 paid holidays per year (set by the company).
- 20 days of Flexible Time Off (FTO) accrued evenly throughout the year.
Voluntary Benefits:
- Life AD&D Pet Insurance Identity Theft Protection Legal Services.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Dependent Care.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Other supplemental options.
Additional Benefits:
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Continuing Education Reimbursement.
- Dependent Care and Wellness Reimbursements.
In-Situ Inc. builds world-class environmental monitoring instruments and world-class careers!
Please apply at if the above qualifications are met.
- No phone calls about this job.
- Principals only. Recruiters please do not contact this job poster.
- Do not contact the job poster about other services products or commercial interests.
All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age over 40 color disability gender identity genetic information military or veteran status pregnancy or having a condition relating to pregnancy national origin race religion gender and sexual orientation.
In-Situ is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment Type
Full-Time
