Mechanical Engineer (Teradyne, North Reading)

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

Our Purpose  
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day. 
 
We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results. 

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer, for our Mil/Aerospace Division, North Reading, MA. This individual will have full responsibility for the cables, ITA’s, and custom test fixtures on equipment we’re building to help our Military and Aerospace customers for testing their technology.

For each of these Military/Aerospace customers, we are developing highly customized variants of our successful Spectrum-9100 testers as well as new platforms. Customers that you will develop custom solutions for include US Navy, Raytheon, BAE, Northrup-Grumman, Boeing and many others.

This person will create innovative, but also sound technical solutions to complex engineering problems. They will also identify essential requirements and key technical risks. This person will work closely with Product Marketing, Project Managers and Systems Engineering to understand customer needs, and with product development teams to implement design solutions for New Product Introduction.

Opportunity Overview 

•    Use your hands on experience of 5+ years and be a key contributor in a mechanical design group responsible for the design, documentation and release of cables, ITA’s, and custom test fixtures.
•    Be responsible for the Mechanical design, analysis, assembly documentation and validation of components/systems
•    Support new products as well as maintaining legacy products.
•    Candidate should be a self-starter and able to manage project priorities that can change rapidly.
•    Work under consultive direction towards predetermined mid and long-term goals
•    Effectively interact with customers to solve problems and build collaborative relationships
•    Consistently lead and collaborate with development teams in key areas such as providing communication clarity, technical guidance, trade-off analysis, project scheduling, and change management
•    Effectively collaborate with supply base to arrive at economically viable solutions

All About You 

•    SOLIDWORKS 2018 or higher (computer aided design) and PDM (product data management).
•    Detailed understanding of the design of metal fabrication, machining and various fastening methods (hardware, adhesives, rivets etc.)
•    Ability to generate Mechanical design and documentation of components and assemblies including generating complete detailed drawings of piece parts and assemblies from concept to release.
•    Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs Visio, Word and Excel.

•    Must be fluent in IPC/WHMA-A-620: Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies

Must possess the following:
•    Initiative, motivation, and drive to bring highly integrated and complex products to market
•    Disciplined and methodical engineering rigor and careful attention to detail
•    Leadership and communication skills for effective influence with customers, internal teammates, and suppliers.
•    Proficiency in fundamentals of machine design: thermal analysis, tolerances, precision alignment and mechanical properties of materials.
•    Competency in material selection, manufacturing processes, and mechanical fabrication methods
•    Must be comfortable working with internal machine shops or outside vendors doing machining including knowledge of the CNC machining process.
•    Experience designing cables, ITA’s, and custom test fixtures for Automated Test Equipment using Virginia Panel Corporation contacts, modules, and receivers.

•    Willing to travel (roughly 10%, inside US) to support fabrication, design and Teradyne customer meetings etc as necessary.

• Minimum B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field with a minimum 5 years of experience in electro-mechanical design of cables, ITA’s, and custom test fixtures. 

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ITAR Restriction: All candidates for this ITAR restricted position must be one of the following: US Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident, Asylee, Refugee or otherwise lawfully admitted under an amnesty program.

FOUO Designation:  This position may require access to work under Federal Contracts under the "For Official Use Only" designation, and as such, you may be limited to access such programs if you are not a US citizen or if you have dual citizenship.

The above listed position may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment.