Applied Multiphysics Engineer I

About the Role

This position provides an exciting opportunity to join Applied Multiphysics projects as part of a multi-discipline team of professionals. We are looking for an entry-level or early career Mechanical Engineer with strong technical skills, academic achievement, and a sense of ownership.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently performs short duration project tasks with clearly defined requirements and goals.
• Analyzes and/or evaluates the results of an analysis using techniques prescribed by senior engineers or supervisors.
• Accomplishes complete tasks of limited scope or solves problems which require investigation of a limited number of variables.
• Prepares calculations, and assists in the preparation of, presentations and technical reports.
• Supports interface development with other disciplines, working closely with machine design, structural, mechanical process, controls and instrumentation, and aerodynamics/fluid dynamics engineers.
• Aids in the production of complete, detailed drawing packages, by supplying design input or performing CAD work.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Statics & Dynamics
• Mechanics of Materials
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Mechanisms/Machine Design
• Kinematics
• Fluid Dynamics
• Thermodynamics
• Heat Transfer
• System Dynamics
• 3D CAD
• Strong sense of ownership and pride in execution of work
• Mechanical intuition

Qualifications

• B.S.M.E. from an accredited engineering school

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering internships and/or Co-ops, particularly in adjacent industries
• 3D CAD experience; Inventor and/or Solidworks preferred
• FEA software experience; Ansys, NASTRAN, and/or Inventor preferred
• Machining and fabrication experience (milling, turning, welding, laser-cutting, forming, etc.)
• Basic experience with instrumentation (proximity sensors, vision sensors, strain gauges, scales, etc.)
• Knowledge and experience of pressure vessels, mechanisms, and high heat flux design.

Adjacent Industries

• Aerospace & Defense Mechanical Design
• Factory Automation (material handling, web handling, process automation, etc.)
• Fluid Power (Hydraulics/Pneumatics)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Inside office environment: 90%
• Field work: May be required including outside work (15%)
• Travel: May be required to perform field work at project sites or to attend customer meetings - 1-3 days per quarter.
• Office equipment/machines: Computers, fax, telephones, copiers, etc.
• Handheld equipment during travel to project sites: Tape measures, cameras, etc. (10%)
• Physical requirements:
• Must be able to sit at a desk for long periods of time (90%)
• Must be able to work at a computer for long periods of time (90%)
• Special clothing/equipment and other PPE may be required during site visits (1%)
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Work Schedule

• Mandatory attendance Monday thru Thursday 7:30 am to 5:15 pm & Friday 7:30 am to 11:30 am (100%).
• Occasional overtime may be required.

Compensation

• $76,000 - $91,500

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance