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Provide engineering training to engineering personnel on software and various engineering topics. Identify new engineering materials and implement them in designs.\nDirect personnel in fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, as well as the development of methods and procedures for testing products or systems. Actively participate in product testing.\nDirect and coordinate fabrication and installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to required industry and government standards, as well as customer specifications.\nCoordinate maintenance and repair activities.\nEvaluate field installations and recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions, as well as improve system performance.\nWork with Technical Publications Group to revise and create Technical Orders, Manuals, and other documentation.\nAssist in developing quotes and technical proposals.\nWork to stay within project budgets and schedules.\nExtensive experience using 3-D Solid Modeling software (SolidWorks), Structural FEA (ANSYS or SolidWorks Simulation), CFD software (ANSYS CFX / FLUENT or SolidWorks Flow Simulation), MATLAB, and Microsoft Office products.\nExtended work hours and/or travel may occasionally be required.\nEvaluate engineering, manufacturing, and business processes, making suggestions as appropriate to drive change and improve Atec’s operations.\nDevelop, mentor, and train Mechanical Engineering staff and actively check junior engineers’ designs, drawings, simulation models, engineering analyses, and reports. Take ownership of these designs and analyses to ensure they meet all requirements, including but not limited to the fit of mating structures, tolerances, manufacturability, product performance, and structural integrity.\nIdentify training needs of junior engineers and make recommendations to Mechanical Engineering Manager.\nActs as a positive role model for junior engineers.\nPerform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.\nEnsure activities are conducted in accordance with Atec International Standards Organization (AS9100/ISO) policies and correct and report any deviations to appropriate area manager/supervisor.\nSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES\nN/A\nAS9100/ISO SPECIFIC DUTIES\nBe familiar with and understand Atec Quality Policy and company objectives.\nUnderstand required AS9100/ISO specific Procedures and Work Instructions.\nComplete all records required by Procedures and Work Instructions.\nParticipate in Atec Continuous Improvement activities as appropriate.\nParticipate in AS9100/ISO training as required.\nCooperate with Auditors.\nReport any deviations to appropriate area manager/supervisor.\nEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE\nBachelor’s degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; eight or more years related experience and / or training; or combination of education and experience.\nDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering Technology preferred.\nExtensive experience using 3-D Solid Modeling software (SolidWorks), Structural FEA (ANSYS and / or SolidWorks Simulation), CFD software (ANSYS CFX / FLUENT or SolidWorks Flow Simulation), spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office products.\nCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS\nN/A\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\nEmployee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.\nWORK ENVIRONMENT\nNoise level in the work environment is usually moderate.\nExtended work hours and/or travel may occasionally be required.\nwww.Atec.com Equal Opportunity Employer. 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