Staff Mechanical Engineer - Test & Measurement Systems

The ADG CCS Engineering team is seeking to hire a Mechanical Engineer with experience in mechanical design for custom test and measurement systems. The engineer will contribute to defined project tasks, learn NI products and CCS solution approaches, and work under guidance from senior engineers and project leads. This role supports custom engineering opportunities that enable the sale of standard NI products through tailored mechanical design contributions for large-scale turnkey engineering solutions.

This is a multi-functional role supporting diverse engineering needs, including gathering requirements, contributing to specification documents, collaborating with alliance partners and internal personnel, and assisting with the design and deployment of solutions worldwide. The role may include interaction with NI customers, NI Alliance Partners, NI Sales Teams, NI Engineering Teams, and project stakeholders.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE: 

• Supporting the development of requirements documents, specifications, and statements of work
• Assisting with the design, prototyping, testing, and deployment of mechanical components within turnkey automated test and measurement solutions
• Contributing to project plans, milestones, and design reviews under guidance from senior engineers or project leads
• Designing/modeling /prototyping mechanical system components for test and measurement solutions 
• Traveling as needed (possibly up to 25%) domestically and abroad in support of project objectives
• Work on problems of moderate scope with guidance from senior engineers or project leads
• Apply standard mechanical design practices and procedures
• Identify issues, escalate risks with proposed options, and seek input from senior engineers when evaluating tradeoffs
• Develop skills in requirements documentation, supplier interaction, and design reviews
• Work effectively in a group development environment
• Take initiative, be a self-starter, and work independently
• Quickly learn applicable technology, systems, and products

WHO YOU ARE: You maintain a track record of exceeding goals successfully.  You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks.  You deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner.  You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization.  You establish clear responsibilities. You make sense of complex, high-quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. You build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions that create value and trust. You make sound and timely decisions, even when faced with ambiguity or incomplete information, balancing analysis with action. You readily adapt your approach and behavior in response to changing demands, priorities, and situations, maintaining effectiveness in a dynamic environment. You promote a sense of urgency and establish and enforce individual accountability in the team.
 

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED: 

• BS Degree: in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience in a Mechanical Design role
• Working knowledge of fundamental mechanical design principles and processes
• Experience with 2D & 3D design tools, e.g. Creo, SolidWorks
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future
  • Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION THAT SETS YOU APART:

• Familiar with fixture and tool design
• Familiar with thermal analysis and stress analysis
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles
• Knowledge of FMEA and RCCA methodologies
• Knowledge of fabrication techniques (machining, stamping, extrusion, casting, sheet metal layout, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of electrical design principles i.e., grounding, shielding, cable design, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) principles

Our Culture & Commitment to You

We recognize that for our organization to support a diverse workforce, we must focus on employee wellbeing. We know that to do your best work, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a market-leading 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Our goal is to offer a strong benefits foundation while allowing employees the flexibility to choose options that best suit their needs. 

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. 

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place.  Learn more about our  Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.  

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training. 

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