Development Engineer

Job Summary:

Our client in Ann Arbor, MI is looking for a Development Engineer. This is a contract position.

What You Will Do:

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate work alongside PhD researchers at our client´s Research Institute of North America (TRINA).  The candidate should be very hands-on, skilled in designing and  fabricating samples in the lab, and able to conduct testing using common engineering sensors and equipment.  The candidate will support a wide range of research projects dealing with mechanical systems, fabrics and inflatable structures, dielectric materials, active materials, composite materials and more.

• Design, fabricate, and assemble custom-built experimental setups to measure variables such as force, displacement, pressure, and current.
• Program and operate data acquisition platforms such as Labview or dSpace.
• Run experiments and record data on a variety of test equipment including mechanical testing machines, vibration shakers, potentiostats, and custom-built setups.
• Prepare samples for testing using fabrication methods such as laser cutting, stitching, 3D printing, machining, solvent casting, vacuum bagging, and thermal curing.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with project leaders, managers, and colleagues to accomplish project goals.

Basics:

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Good grasp of fundamental engineering principles including mechanics of materials, dynamic systems, and thermodynamics etc.
• Ability to fabricate samples in the lab using strong hands-on skills and experience.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Experience with 3D printing.
• Experience with machining.
• Experience with common engineering sensors such as load cells, accelerometers, displacement transducers, strain gauges, pressure transducers, thermocouples, flow meters, and more.
• Experience with data acquisition systems and software such as LabView or dSpace.
• Ability to learn quickly, work quickly, and stay focused.

How You Will Be Successful:

• Envision the Future
• Communicate Honestly and Broadly
• Seek Technology and Business “First”
• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Free training on all Altair products