Mechanical Design Specialist

Performing and leading a wide range of mechanical design (including hydraulics, control and automation)and analysis tasks for marine applications using CAD tools. The candidate will be involved in projects such as design and development of controllable pitch propeller systems.
Key responsibilities of this position include the following:
• Develop design concepts for products,
• Perform modeling and detailed design using CAD tools such as Solidworks, select components and materials, develop detail drawings, Bill of Materials and documentation,
• Analyze design to meet requirements for functionality, performance, strength, fatigue failure, vibration, noise, safety, etc.
• Interface with suppliers regarding specifications for products or sub-components,

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, automotive, naval, or similar engineering disciplines. Advanced degree is a plus.
The candidate should have engineering modeling, design, and analysis experience using one or more of the following CAD tools; such as Solidworks AutoCAD, and NASTRAN. Experience in marine systems design is preferable but not required. Similarly, knowledge and experience in shipbuilding industry (or in a similar industry) as well as four or more years of experience are highly preferred.
The candidates must be creative with excellent communication skills and must have desire for the improvement of professional skills in a teamwork environment. The candidates hired for this position will be focused on translating the ideas into viable practical solutions; therefore, the person needs to be a strong team player.