Mechanical Engineer - NREC at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA

Job description

The National Robotics Engineering Center is seeking a dynamic Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the design of groundbreaking robotics systems. The candidate will contribute to robot design, fabrication, assembly, and testing with a solid application of mechanical engineering principles and practice. As an institution working on robotics systems, a successful candidate will keep an open mind to problem solving and reaching solutions with an interdisciplinary team. Candidates should be eager to immerse themselves in challenges and be willing to learn and apply new domain specific knowledge. Your primary responsibilities are to: Perform research, design, develop, and test electromechanical systems for robotic applications Apply engineering design process from conceptualization to prototype development and validation Perform modeling, analysis, and simulation of electromechanical systems Develop CAD models and drawings of electromechanical assemblies and systems Perform light fabrication, subsystem assembly, and integration of subsystems Formulate and perform electromechanical system tests Document analyses, design, and build test reports Travel to support field experiments and off-site test programs Interact with and present to customers and work with subcontractors and vendors of technology Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related field, or equivalent experience Minimum 3-5 years of related experience in engineering Proven track record in developing mechanical systems Effective organizational, planning, and analytical skills Independent judgment and problem-solving abilities 3D modeling experience (SolidWorks preferred) Desired Qualifications: Experience with Finite Element Analysis with ANSYS and/or SolidWorks Simulation Experience with manufacturing using modern methods including CNC mill and lathe, laser cutters, and 3D printers Experience specifying/selecting electrical components (motors, sensors, etc.) for robotic systems Knowledge of electrical circuit design Experience with programming for prototype development (Python, Arduino, etc.) Why NREC? You will have an impact in shaping the robotics revolution, collaborate with and learn from experts, and build your career in a rapidly growing field. As part of our team, you will develop solutions to solve industrial and government challenges, deploy your technology in real-world situations, work side-by-side with robotics experts, and develop an array of innovative technologies. Have an Impact! Remove waste from farming = more food ( link ) Make industrial processes environmentally friendly ( link ) Make hazardous jobs safer ( link ) Improve efficiency in industry & manufacturing ( link ) Accelerate screening of pharmaceuticals ( link ) Take Control of Your Career! Select the career pathway that interests you Influence the direction of projects Supportive of a non-standard schedule Maintain work/life balance Switch between part-time and full-time as life demands NREC is at the center of the robotics ecosystem in Pittsburgh, PA. With over 100 robotics companies, Pittsburgh is recognized as the Robotics Capital of the World. Geek Wire calls it Robotics Row ; others call it Roboburgh . Join the leader in the most exciting time in robotics! Join the Best Robotics R&D Group Join our passionate and versatile team at NREC, an operating unit within the world-renowned Robotics Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. NREC has 25+ years of experience developing and deploying robots into many applications across multiple sectors, such as agriculture, mining, defense, energy, and manufacturing. We strive to provide solutions for real-world challenges where automation and robots impact efficiency and improve the safety and comfort of the labor force. Our unique expertise places us at the forefront of autonomous ground vehicle design, autonomy, sensing and perception, machine learning, machine vision, operator assistance, 3D mapping,