At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment. Come join a workforce where we put you first!
Summary: Join Spectrum Control as a Mechanical Engineer I and contribute to the design of embedded systems, rack-mounted power distribution units, and integrated microwave assemblies. Apply your experience with 3D CAD, sheet-metal design, and mechanical analysis while collaborating with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams. This role offers the opportunity to own well-defined design tasks, solve practical engineering problems, and expand your technical capabilities.
Job Functions
- Design and modify mechanical components, sheet-metal enclosures, chassis, brackets, covers, and heat sinks using 3D CAD software.
- Support the mechanical design of rack-mounted power distribution units, considering component layout, cable routing, airflow, service access, and manufacturability.
- Apply sheet-metal design principles such as material selection, bend radii, tolerances, fastening methods, and fabrication constraints.
- Create and revise fabrication and assembly drawings using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Assist with thermal and structural analyses using CFD and FEA tools and review results with experienced engineers.
- Create and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, test reports, and other engineering documentation.
- Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback from engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and other stakeholders.
- Collaborate with systems, PCB layout, RF, electrical, and manufacturing engineers throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Support prototype builds, product testing, troubleshooting, and design improvements.
- Assist with customer proposals, mechanical feasibility assessments, technical data packages, and contract deliverables.
- Take ownership of assigned design tasks and complete them in accordance with project requirements and established engineering practices.
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- One to two years of relevant engineering experience; strong internship or co-op experience may be considered.
- Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
- Experience creating or modifying sheet-metal parts, enclosures, or chassis.
- Familiarity with rack-mounted equipment, power distribution units, or electronic packaging is preferred.
- Working knowledge of engineering drawings and basic GD&T principles.
- Basic understanding of sheet-metal fabrication processes, mechanical fasteners, materials, and finishes.
- Familiarity with bills of materials, assembly instructions, and engineering change or revision processes.
- Exposure to thermal analysis, CFD, or FEA through professional, internship, or academic work.
- Experience with SolidWorks PDM, SolidWorks Flow Simulation, SolidWorks Simulation, DraftSight, or AutoCAD is preferred.
- Familiarity with design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA) principles.
- Knowledge of MIL-STDs, VITA standards, or NASA standards is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage assigned tasks, document results, and seek guidance when needed.
- Motivation to learn new tools, technologies, and engineering methods.
- U.S. citizenship is required due to the position’s eligibility requirements for a U.S. government security clearance.
- Ability to obtain and maintain the level of security clearance required for the position.
Work Environment
- The position requires collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams.
- Occasional movement between office, laboratory, and production areas may be required to support prototype builds, testing, troubleshooting, and design reviews.
- This position may be performed on a hybrid/primarily remote basis with travel for occasional on-site collaboration and support as business needs require. Expected travel: 10%
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Third-Party Recruiters
Please note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact scirecruiting@am.spectrumcontrol.com.
