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Mechanical Engineer

US - Lincoln, NE💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-13 → 2026-09-27

Core

Design, analyze, prototype, and validate electro-mechanical systems and components for advanced scientific instrumentation in laboratory and field environments.

Role type

Senior IC mechanical engineer (scientific instrumentation)

Builds

New product development for advanced scientific instrumentation

Domain

Industrial equipment / Scientific instrumentation / Aerospace and defense

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Electro-mechanical system design, FEA (structural/thermal/vibration), 3D CAD (SolidWorks), prototyping (3D printing, machine shop), GD&T, DFM/DFR, manufacturing techniques (CNC, sheet metal, injection molding, additive manufacturing)

Preferred skills

PLM systems, experience with sensors, ruggedization for challenging environments, stage-gate review participation

Technologies

SolidWorks, FEA tools, PLM systems

Responsibilities

Design and develop electro-mechanical components and integrated systems; conduct structural, thermal, and vibration analyses; lead prototype fabrication and verification testing; collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into specifications; support sustaining engineering and troubleshoot existing products; present design data and risks at stage-gate reviews.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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