Mechatronics Engineer

2 weeks ago

Sarasota, United States Helios Technologies Full time
Job Details

Job Location
Sun Hydraulics 1500 - Sarasota, FL

Position Type
Full Time

Job Shift
Day

Job Category
Engineering

Description

Job Summary:

The Mechatronics Engineer is responsible for selecting, designing, developing, applying, and maintaining sensors, solenoid actuators, and drivers/controllers for hydraulic valves and systems. They will also support the development hydro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic cartridge valves. New Product Development team to determine technical, economical, and safety feasibility.

Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Develop new sensors and drivers/controllers for hydraulic cartridge valves
  • Oversee upgrades to driver/controller software
  • Research new electrical actuators for hydraulic applications
  • Support and maintain solenoid tube and coil lines
  • Submit and carry out Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) effective and efficiently
  • Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturing engineering, and operations teams for:
    • Design for Manufacturing, Cost, Assembly
    • First Pass Yield (FPY) Improvements
  • Work with customers, distributors, integrators, etc. to answer technical questions
  • Drive the project management of new releases from initial conception to final through to production release
  • Prepare and deliver presentations at reviews and meetings
Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Hands-on capability to carry through the complete project from conception to final sign-off by the customer
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprint documents
  • Proficiency with CAD/3-D modeling software
  • Familiarity with magnetic, CFD, and FEA simulation theory
  • Circuit breadboarding, soldering, wiring, etc.
  • Ability to coordinate and communicate tasks across a wide range of cross-functional teams
  • Ability to identify and seek needed information/Research skills
  • Analytical thinking skills
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Education and Experience:
  • B.S. degree in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering is highly preferred
  • Experience with simulation tools (Magnetic, FEA, CFD, 1-D, etc.) preferred
  • Familiarity with state-of-the-art sensor technologies for measuring pressure, flow, position, and rotation
  • Application of communication protocols and chipsets (WiFi, Bluetooth, CAN, J1939, etc.)
  • Thorough understanding of materials, linear and nonlinear behavior of materials, fatigue, and corrosion
  • Understanding of GD&T standards and best practices
  • Understanding of 6 Sigma principles
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
  • Ability to lift 35 pounds at times