Position: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Ann Arbor, MI

Pay: $80,000-120,000

Shift: 8am-5pm

Position Summary:

Responsible for the design, manufacturing, and testing of sophisticated and complex sensor systems and supporting equipment. This may include the design and development of rugged mill-spec instruments and systems. Works closely with the mechanical team and detector scientists to create elegant, manufacturable products in a short time. The Product Engineer also supports internal research projects and may support ruggedized military and defense projects. Will be intimately involved in the full product design process - from initial concept all the way through manufacturing and field-testing support.

Position Responsibilities:

• Create Solidworks CAD models and detailed part designs to support prototype and production
• Implement creative solutions to mechanical design problems
• Integrate electronics solutions from our circuits team
• Generate manufacturing drawings for designed parts and assemblies
• Interface directly with suppliers to procure necessary components and assemblies. Resolve any issues related to cost or timing to keep the project on track.
• Assist in prototype assembly, testing, and troubleshooting
• Design, development and test any tooling and/or processes necessary to successfully complete the intended design targets.
• Implement design revisions as a result of assembly & testing issues
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Verify and validate both product and supporting systems performance.
• Maintain and retain design documentation including all drawings, CAD and testing data.
• Support an organized development process using PDM data management systems.

Position Requirement:

• Bachelor's Degree (BS) from four-year college or university in Mechanical Engineering.
• Three (3) or more years of professional experience.
• Ability to create new and interpret existing geometric drawings / models. GD&T Literate.
• Certificates, licenses and registrations required: None. SolidWorks Professional Certs a plus
• Computer skills required: Solidworks and Solidworks PDM; Microsoft Office; Project Management Software

About Spark Talent Acquisition:

Spark Talent Acquisition is a Michigan-headquartered recruiting and staffing company that connects great talent with great employers. We understand that building the right team is vital to success. Listening to our clients and creating customized workforce strategies is at the core of what we do. We pride ourselves in team development as it matches our purpose as an organization to help people grow.