Mechanical Engineer (Perception Hardware)
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Description
- We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Perception Hardware to join a team that will integrate and develop the sensing and perception systems that power autonomy on our unmanned surface vessels
- In this role, you will integrate and develop perception components such as radar, camera, LiDAR, GPS, and other sensors to build robust situational awareness in maritime environments into a cohesive, high performing system
- This is a hands-on, high-impact role for an engineer who thrives on solving real-world problems in complex, noisy domains and wants to shape the future of naval autonomy
- Serves as the technical expert on perception hardware and their integration on Saronic’s products
- Collaborates in a multi-disciplinary team of expert engineers that specialize in perception system design, analysis, build and test
- Works closely with mechanical, optical, electrical, software, and manufacturing engineering teams to define requirements and plans for validation methods for Saronic’s perception system
- Ensures technical requirements are satisfied and product deadlines are met
- Creates and presents detailed design reviews of perception hardware development and integration
- Develops and implements analysis and testing methods for new products and their subcomponents
- Grows and maintain vendor relationships for various perception sensors
- Designs perception calibration fixtures and tooling to aid high rate production
- Provides manufacturing support for trouble shooting and resolving perception hardware issues
- Strong engineering fundamentals
- Hands-on design, analysis, and testing of sensors and structures
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 2+ years designing complex mechanical and electrical systems
- Experience with engineering trade studies, tolerance stack up analysis, hand calculations, finite element analysis and testing of integrated systems
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Siemens NX/Unigraphics preferred)
- Experience with maritime autonomy challenges such as dynamic environments, variable lighting, and low-contrast targets
- Proven success developing, integrating, and validating optical & sensor systems on maritime or aerospace platforms
- Experience with design and testing for shock and vibration environments
- Prior experience working on DoD programs or unmanned maritime systems
- A professional engineering license or similar professional certification