Principal Mechanical Engineer

Elbit America • Boca Raton, FL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Principal Mechanical Engineer researches, plans, designs, develops, analyzes and tests a variety of mechanical equipment items and systems, including chassis, hardware assembly, installation hardware and installation design.

Requirements

• 3D Modeling (Pro/E, Catia, Solidworks, etc. Solidworks preferred).
• 3D Engineering analysis tools. (ANSYS/Solidworks Simulation etc.).
• Microsoft Office including the use of Excel and an engineering tool.
• Bachelor's degree is required
• ESD
• Safety Training, as dictated by Safety Department

Nice To Haves

• PhD is optional
• Master degree is optional

Responsibilities

• Ability to apply practical engineer science, design and technology.
• Understanding of current manufacturing processes and how they relate to design.
• Conceptualize, design and oversea fabrication of efficient complex mechanical systems and analyze for manufacturability and cost.
• Be able to understand and produce engineering drawings.
• Create procedures for carrying out various mechanical testing.
• Communicate changes in design and assembly with management and production staff.
• Estimate cost to produce design including material and labor costs (assembly and fabrication).
• Calculate mechanical requirements to meet system design specifications.
• Understanding of static and dynamic events and how they relate to structural integrity.
• Ability to design electronic packages for harsh environments and maintain required reliability.
• Basic understanding of electronic circuits and their effect on mechanical performance.
• Working knowledge of techniques to mitigate EMI issues.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal