Mechanical Engineering Jobs in Palo Alto, Santa Clara, California

A detail oriented personality with solid documentation and reporting skills

Proficiency in CAD modeling; CATIA V5/3DX experience a plus

Experience defining test plans, designing test setups, and analyzing data

Experience designing for high volume assembly, both manual and automated

Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits

Skilled at interfacing with engineers and managers by providing schedule updates

Excellent written and communication skills

High problem-solving skills and good tolerance for ambiguity

Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience

In addition to the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following traits:

Works well independently and develops quick engineering solutions for complex problems

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills and attention to detail

Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Experience building best practices and new processes from small to large teams

Experience in product design, 3D modeling, 2D drawing creation

Supporting NVIDIA's product portfolio by working with multi-functional teams to create BOMs, and part numbers and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECO)

Experience with Test method development & validation. Experience in Gauge R&R, MSA etc is needed.

Experience with Design Verification & Validation.

Experience with operating mechanical measurement equipment such as Instron, Zwick Metrology equipment. Experience with writing programs & doing fixtures is needed.

Open to 1-5 years of experience. Should have at least 1 years of experience to review resumes.

Experience with Statistical and analytical software such as Minitab is a must.

Tensile testing and mechanical testing experience are ideal.

Support the engineering team with documentation such as managing drawings, writing test reports, and BOM management.

Experience with concept development, feasibility studies, and hands-on prototyping.

Proficiency with 3D modeling (eg. Solidworks, ProEngineer, etc.). Bonus points for simulation experience.

Build prototypes of our next generation products using in-house and external vendors for things like 3D printing, laser cutting, and machining.

Perform various testing and analysis to ensure designs meet product goals, including thermal, fluid, and structural analysis.

Design and build test systems to validate the performance of new designs.

Strong communication skills and team spirit

Basic knowledge of GD&T (proficiency is a plus)

Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (CATIA V5/V6 experience is a plus)

Experience in designing for high volume automated assembly

Direct machine shop fabrication and prototyping skills

Experience with test design and setup, data acquisition and analysis

Project management abilities defined as the ability to control scope, cost and schedule

Actively participate on the Mechanical Engineering Department's management team.

Provide oral and written reporting on project status to project and upper management stakeholders.

Knowledge equivalent to Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent work experience.

Manage projects with efficient utilization of staff, schedule and budget.

5 years of supervisory experience in a technical environment with union and non-union employees.

Develops and manages budget, schedule, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines for assigned projects.

Experience with obtaining compliance and certification to global standards.

Experience with obtaining compliance and certification to global standards

Experience with environmental, reliability, safety, and industry standard requirements for industrial products

Experience with seismic analysis and familiarity with IEEE 693 and/or ASCE 7-16 requirements

Promote effective communication, knowledge sharing, and teamwork among team members and other departments.

1+ years of mechanical engineering industry experience, including owning products from concept to production.

Experience with conventional machining and rapid prototyping technologies.

Experience with precision design and manufacturing.

Experience with advanced imaging techniques.

Full-Time Employees are eligible for equity and benefits listed below in addition.

You find large challenges exciting and enjoy discovering and defining problems as much as solving them.

Utilize ARL’s Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) software (Teamcenter) to properly archive and perform configuration management of all design documentation

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ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

Assist research engineering programs needing mechanical design support by collaborating with R&D engineers and engineering support specialists

Participate in meetings and design reviews

Collaborate to address design, material, and component needs; assist in the resolution of issues

Apply engineering knowledge and experience to develop concepts and create robust, efficient solutions.

Prior experience with machine assembly, install, or retrofitting such that a “hands-on” knowledge has been acquired

Working knowledge of design software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and desire for increased knowledge potential

At times, design and manage complete machine assemblies while maintaining company design procedures

Manage a database for components, requesting quotes, issuing purchase orders, and tracking supplier lead times.

Strong communication skills (written and oral)

Strong computer skills (Microsoft, Excel)

Some basic experience with CAD systems (AutoCAD or SolidWorks)

Assist with prototype builds, design of prototype assist tooling, and managing CAD data in company database systems.

Assist with other aspects of the program such as testing and related documentation.

Utilize engineering principles to assist in the performance of engineering duties

Conduct and analyze mill experiments

Assist other engineers in on-going projects

Utilize various laboratory equipment for process analysis

Perform data analysis and report trends to operation personnel

Be in direct contact with operation personnel working on projects that will directly affect production

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Participate in new product design and development activities within the Advanced Deposition and Etch Product lines

Develop Solid models and create engineering drawings utilizing CAD & Microsoft Office tools

Provide “hands on” assistance and support to prototyping and test activities

Provide assistance in the creation of experimental test plans

A Junior or Senior enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering program working towards a Bachelor's degree

Translate product requirements into a mechanical specification and test plan to be used for development

Conduct design analysis and testing, both structural and thermal, to prove design will meet customer requirements

CAD or analysis (FEA) tools exposure, and/or experience in mechanical design or analysis of electronic systems, structures and mechanisms

Must be able to apply the principles of Structural Mechanics to predict internal stresses and structural instabilities

Working knowledge of one programming language

Provide mechanical engineering support for both new product development activities as well as factory support of existing products

Support testing for future site planning to reduce Opex spend

Faciliitate projects around HVAC, piping and other features of our facilities

Coordinate and lead meetings to leadership on program updates

Must be currently pursuing a bachelors, masters, or PhD degree at an accredited university

Actively pursuing a degree or one closely related in Mechanical Engineering

Must be available full-time, 40 hours per week.

Performs other work-related duties as required by management.

Manages sample prototype and early production builds.

This is an on-site position working year-round

Supports design engineers with all product development phases required to bring automotive high-power connector and terminal concepts into production.

Creates 3D models and product drawings in compliance with Molex Drafting Standards and accepted GD&T methodology.

Provides hands on experimentation support for Research and Development projects.

Strong time-management and/or project-management skills.

Assist with the reliability management of bearings, gearboxes, generators, and motors within wind turbine drivetrain systems

Help build and develop the capabilities of in-house repair teams.

Zero to three years of work experience

Excellent verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills

Experience with wind turbines, equipment reliability, bearings, condition-monitoring, or CMMS software is a plus

Skilled at interfacing with engineers and managers by providing schedule updates

Excellent written and communication skills

High problem-solving skills and good tolerance for ambiguity

Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience

In addition to the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following traits:

Works well independently and develops quick engineering solutions for complex problems

Currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Bachelors - Mechanical Engineering Intern | CDM Smith

Enhance your engineering skills by working with world-class mentors to dream solutions to modern problems.

Enrolled in a Bachelors Degree Program

Degree in engineering or other related field

Ability to convey subtle or complex messages clearly, as appropriate for the topic and audience.

Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done,

Demonstrated academic excellence (3.0 GPA and higher)

Demonstrates strong project management, time management, written and verbal communication skills.

PMP, CAPM, or comparable project management certification desired.

Interfaces and coordinates with outside contractors, tracks proposals and manages project expenditures.

Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 4-8 years of experience.

Demonstrates ability to manage multiple assignments involving a variety of engineering disciplines

Partners with consultants and internal engineering colleagues to prepare project drawings and specifications for engineering projects.

Support Engineers to design various cab body components, using CAD

Conduct various engineering studies to support designs

Make various prototypes – such as 3D printing, machine from solid, sheet steel brackets

Visit production facilities and suppliers

Root cause various problems, and recommend solutions

Verify proposed solutions with CAE simulation and testing

Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.

Experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit.

Learn basic principles of Mechanical Engineering.

Experience in a product development environment

Hands on experience in designing and building electro-mechanical systems

Tesla's Design Studio - Hawthorne, CA

A Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Master’s degree preferred

Understanding and proficiency of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Capability to parametrically use 3D CAD software, an understanding of engineering fudamentals, and capability to run FEA