Sr Mechanical Engineer

Sr Mechanical Engineer
- Illumination OpticsWe are seeking a full-time experienced Sr Mechanical Engineer
- Illumination Optics on our Explorations Team at our Headquarters location in the Kansas City area, or at our site in Cary, NC. In this role, you will explore various lighting applications involving signal, conspicuity, and forward illumination systems across many of Garmin's business segments.
Essential Functions:Design and develop custom non-imaging optical systems for various consumer electronics applicationsConduct optical simulation and analysis for concept development and design change verificationTransform optical surfaces into mechanical component models that are manufacturableCollaborate with ID, ME, EE, Optical and Illumination engineers throughout developmentDefine boundary constraints for the optics due to ID goals, electromechanical integration, thermal limitations, power budgets, and design for manufacturingDevelop optical and photometric requirements to meet product goalsOwn development of optical design standards and specifications to support evaluation of optical system performanceQuickly ideate to conceptualize creative illumination solutions to a maturity necessary to conduct tradeoff analyses and inform risk vs rewardPerform benchmark testing and competitive analysisExplore innovative mechanical concepts and complete complex mechanical designsTechnology investigations, design, testing/validation, prototyping and supporting technology transfer to product development teamsAbility to complete the most difficult tasks as a Master CAD-user including the completion of complex mechanical designs (Solidworks/Onshape preferred)Good knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysisGood knowledge of injection molding, die casting, sheet metal stamping, machining, etcNegotate processes, materials, and design feasibility with factory and vendorsManage basic tradeoffs, determine risk mitigation plans, determine project goal/objective feasibility, provide technical input to product development plans/concept documents, and drive process vendors to evaluate complex mechanical designs and understand riskLead explorations of new technologies and make estimates on moderately complex mechanical designs including: tooling, part cost, and design timeMentor level 1 and 2 engineersOverseas travel as requiredBasic

Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experienceMaster CAD-user (Solidworks/Onshape preferred)
- able to complete the most difficult tasksDemonstrated knowledge and capability to use CAD software for completing complex mechanical designsDemonstrated strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsDesired

Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Engineering, Optics, or Physics5+ years in illumination systems development of automotive exterior or interior lighting or related applicationProficient in the use of optical software (LucidShape preferred, LightTools, Zemax, Speos)Experience designing custom reflector and solid optics using optics software and manual raytracing methods in Mechanical CADUnderstanding of test methodologies for optical systemsUnderstanding of thermal management of LEDs and associated driversExperience with dynamic, digital, and software-controlled lighting systemsUnderstanding of CAE/Simulation methodsExperience conducting CFD or FEA simulation for early thermal verification of lighting systemsElectronic packaging design experienceGarmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability. This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits