Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead a mechanical-oriented R&D project focused on heat exchangers and thermofluidics, from concept to prototype and validation
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define project goals, requirements, and timelines
• Apply CAD design expertise to create detailed and accurate engineering models, ensuring designs are aligned with project objectives and manufacturing capabilities
• Collaborate with external partners and vendors to manage prototyping services, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to rapid prototyping, heat exchangers, and thermofluidics
• Contribute to design for manufacturability, optimizing designs for efficient production and assembly
• Troubleshoot and maintain the equipment in our in-house rapid prototyping lab, including 3D additive and subtractive automated machines
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 3-10 years of experience in mechanical engineering environment, with a strong focus on rapid prototyping and R&D
• Advanced interest and proficiency in operating 3D additive and subtractive automated machines
• Experience creating fast/low fidelity prototypes as part of the creative/conceptual early design process
• Proficiency in CAD design software (e.g., SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor) for creating intricate and accurate 3D models
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude towards overcoming technical challenges