Mechanical Engineer

7620BR

Golisano Institute for Sustainability

CIMS CSP & C3R

Job Responsibilities

The Golisano Institute for Sustainability is looking for an enthusiastic engineer with a strong background in computer-aided design, a passion for sustainability, an understanding of new product development and hands-on experience with testing and validation to support existing research programs and to develop new initiatives.  In our environment, researchers work on a wide variety of different types of products and technologies, work with undergraduate and graduate students and are engaged in collaborative research with leading companies.

As a Mechanical Engineer at GIS you may be involved in:  direct interaction with clean technology startup companies to review designs and assist with product development efforts, design of cost-effective and reliable products and/or processes, application of computer aided design and analysis tools, execution of test programs for product/component reliability and performance, and development of robotics and automation solutions. You should be equally comfortable with a hands on development role (prototype development and testing) and with model-based engineering tools, such as SolidWorks.  GIS will also support your pursuit of a masters degree.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to hands-on development of engineering technologies, including: prototype development, additive manufacturing equipment, mechanical test equipment and product test systems;
• Provide detail oriented contributions to the design, data collection and analysis of commercial client prototypes and associated research experiments;
• Interface with industry clients to understand product development challenges and develop proposals (scope of work and budget);
• Manage design and development related projects for industry and company projects;
• Create technical reports and publications that document research developments;
• Complete analysis of complex mechanical systems (thermal, stress/strain, fluid, etc.).  Conduct Life Cycle Assessments; 
• Perform literature searches on a variety of research project specific topics, e.g. material properties, susceptibility to wear or corrosion.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
Three years professional work experience in the required skill areas.

Skills required:

• Demonstration of strong knowledge of mechanical system fundamentals and mechanical design/ analysis
• Demonstrated skills with computer aided design (CAD) tools
• Strong interest and capability in the application of analytical tools (FEA, CFD, etc.)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, for both technical and non-technical audience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Engineering is preferred
• Experience with robotics or automation technologies is preferred

Required Minimum Education Level

BS

Work Location

Henrietta Campus — 100%

Employment Category

Fulltime

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume

What do we believe at RIT?

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Department/College Description

The Golisano Institute for Sustainability (GIS) is a leading sustainability research and education organization at Rochester Institute of Technology.  GIS is made up of a diverse set of academic programs and applied research centers focused on the optimization of industrial systems to maximize material and energy efficiency while minimizing adverse environmental impacts.  We work with partners in all areas of industry, government and business to put technology and innovation to work for a sustainable future.  The diverse perspectives we bring to a project or problem reflect our broad expertise across industries and the many partnerships we've formed with forward-thinking corporations, government agencies, and research organizations over the last 30 years.

Our six industry-facing applied research centers focus on sustainable manufacturing, energy, transportation and buildings.  They work to develop advanced technologies, sustainable industrial processes and practices, and data-informed policy recommendations.  Each year, about 100+ companies, governments and other organizations engage GIS's research centers on a variety of projects to solve technical problems, innovate products or processes, research manufacturing technologies, reduce their environmental footprint, or commercialize a new technology  Research center projects are led by full-time professional staff with significant industry experience.

How To Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Additional Details

The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [email protected] . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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