Senior Mechanical Engineer

5 days ago


Hilo, Hawaii, United States Aura Full time
Job Summary

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will provide leadership in the field of mechanical engineering, with a focus on the operation and maintenance of the DKIST systems. This role requires a high level of technical expertise, combined with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop a thorough understanding of the DKIST systems and their specifications.
  • Lead and participate in maintenance, upgrade, and operation of major systems.
  • Manage staff and prioritize tasks to ensure efficient and effective operation.
  • Anticipate and create opportunities for technical improvements in Observatory operations or equipment.
  • Solve complex engineering, development, and coordination problems.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
  • At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in engineering, development, fabrication, integration, and analysis of technical apparatus.
  • Ability to independently identify and resolve technical problems by application of a high level of engineering, scientific, or mathematical techniques.
  • Able to speak and write effectively, including preparation of comprehensive technical reports.
  • Able to effectively communicate and cooperate with others at all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree and/or Professional Engineer credential.
  • Direct staff management and development experience.
  • Proven project management experience.
  • Experience working with observing instruments and in a research and development or astronomical facility.
Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop; climb stairs and ladders; kneel; crouch; or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.



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