Design and Prototype Mechanical Engineer (Early Career)

ory setting for testing and evaluation of: mechanical, thermal, chemical or electrical properties
Work with the machine shop to fabricate components
Work with outside vendors and suppliers to source materials, services, and components for prototyping and low-rate initial production
Summarize findings for weekly report out, monthly presentations and written reports

Required Skills:
Mechanical design with CAD tools (e.g. Solidworks)
Familiarity with analysis and testing of thermal, mechanical or electrical components.
Creative problem solving and strong organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills; includes both oral and written.
Ability to work well in a team environment and work in a matrix organization.
A motivated individual who can work independently, within project budget and schedule
Prior programming background (Python, Matlab), electronics prototyping knowledge (Arduino, National Instruments) or finite element analysis (COMSOL, Abaqus) is a plus.

Required Education:
BA/BS or Master's degree in engineering or physical sciences
1-3 years of experience

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work for extended periods while standing or sitting at a computer workstation.
Must be familiar with common laboratory safety procedures.
Must be sufficiently mobile, have visual and hearing acuity, and manual dexterity to work within a laboratory environment.
Must be on-site in Malibu or Calabasas at least 4 days a week.

Special Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship

Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position $76,530 - $93,320 + bonus + benefits.
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