Mechanical Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Palo Alto, CA that is seeking a Mechanical Engineer.

Responsibilities:
* The Mechanical Engineer will architect automated test equipment, produce detailed-level CAD models, pneumatic diagrams, and verify designs using structural and thermal FEA and CFD
* Conceptual equipment development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits
* Identify opportunities and implement performance, robustness, ease of assembly improvements
* Analyze system constraints and propose innovative solutions
* The Mechanical Engineer will support building, debugging, validation and equipment duplication efforts, and fine-tune equipment for release to production

REQUIREMENTS:
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
* 4+ years of experience as Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automation Engineer with focus in automation, machine design, robotics, and product development
* Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production
* Knowledge in solid mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, dynamics, material selection, prototyping, testing methods, everyday machining, and fabrication processes
* Exposure to sensors, microcontrollers, robots, relays
* Strong teamwork skills with a proven ability to interact and collaborate effectively with other engineering disciplines
* Versed in SolidWorks, PDM, and Ansys, or similar CAD/CAE software
* Experience on student engineering teams and organizations such as BAJA or Formula SAE, or similar, is a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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