R&d Hardware Mechanical Engineering Scientist Associate

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, Texas, United States
Base: $88,500-$120,000; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Fully remote
Bachelor's degree in mechanical or ocean engineering
Proficiency with cad software like creo or solidworks
Experience with finite element analysis using ansys or comsol
The role involves contributing to research and development tasks and experimental sea-tests within the Environmental Sciences Laboratory at Applied Research Laboratories

Job Summary

  • The role involves contributing to research and development tasks and experimental sea-tests within the Environmental Sciences Laboratory at Applied Research Laboratories.
  • Responsibilities include designing support for underwater acoustic systems, deploying subsea equipment from offshore vessels, and managing fabrication facilities.
  • The position offers a competitive benefits package including 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage, retirement contributions, and paid vacation.

Matching Summary

The role involves contributing to research and development tasks and experimental sea-tests within the Environmental Sciences Laboratory at Applied Research Laboratories.

Salary

Base: $88,500-$120,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 100% employer-paid basic medical, retirement contributions, paid vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Ocean Engineering
  • Proficiency with CAD software like Creo or Solidworks
  • Experience with Finite Element Analysis using ANSYS or COMSOL
  • Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 engineering drawing standards
  • Understanding of mechanical components and materials
  • US Citizenship required for security clearance

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in mechanical or ocean engineering
  • Three years of prototype hardware design experience
  • Experience designing oceanographic instrumentation
  • Practical field-testing experience with mechanical hardware
  • Knowledge of machining, welding, and 3D printing processes
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Ocean Engineering
  • US Citizen status required
  • Eligibility for government security investigation

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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