Job Title: Mechanical Engineer I
Location: Orange County, California
Salary: Competitive
Industry: Additive Manufacturing

An innovative additive manufacturing business who are disrupting traditional manufacturing processes with their material and system portfolio is hiring a full-time Mechanical Engineer, who will work with the company’s R&D department to develop the latest equipment and explore new concepts.

You will be responsible for proof-of-concept evaluation, prototype development, system testing and the characterization of mechanical and electro-mechanical subsystems.

To qualify for this role you will need to have an understanding of mechanics, thermodynamics, and dynamics for industrial equipment along with hands-on experience.

Other responsibilities include:

• Create and maintain design and test documentation
• Support final product design including testing and certification
• Support applications and service/support teams with customer issues
• Support contract manufacturer with product builds and training
• Schedule and complete tasks on time with minimal supervision

Minimum qualifications:

• BSME or similar degree
• Experience with mathematical modelling of mechanics/dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
• Strong communication skills and a desire to work in a small, dynamic team
• Open to travel across South East Asia and the U.S to support manufacturing and first machine deployments
• Legally authorized to work in the United States and will not now or in the future require sponsorship by the employer

Preferred experience:

• MSEE or similar
• Experience with 3D CAD design and finite element analysis (Solidworks preferred)
• Experienced in the use and design of servo control and industrial equipment
• Knowledge in additive manufacturing processes and equipment

Click to apply or speak to Mark Ainscough for the full details at:

+44 (0)1257 244743 | mark.ainsough@kensingtonconsulting.co.uk