Junior Mechatronics Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Fab-Minds is looking for a junior mechatronic engineer to work on the research & development, design and prototyping of Fab-Minds' 3D printers and other electromechanical systems. The junior mechatronic engineer will be responsible for the transformation of highly innovative ideas and functional requirements into real manufacturable prototypes and designs. The job will also include the interaction with different technical and non-technical function in the company with the objective to reach strategic company goals.

To be successful in this role, you must be able to engage in early stages of the product design and to be able to cope with a fast-paced work environment. You must also be able to interact and manage the communication with both technical and non-technical peers and senior engineers to achieve the required tasks in a timely manner.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and evaluation of new and existing products.
• Identify and select materials appropriate for mechatronic system designs.
• Create mechanical models and tolerance analyses to simulate mechatronic design concepts.
• Research, select, or apply sensors, communication technologies, or control devices for motion control, position sensing, pressure sensing, or electronic communication.
• Programming various electronic components (Processors, microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, etc.) and integrating them with the workflow in the user interface.
• Prototyping, testing, debugging, and iterating the system.
• Use Solidworks 3D software to design, evaluate, and archive product documentation.
• Assist in the evaluation and troubleshooting of products.
• Sourcing off-the-shelf components and custom parts from manufacturers.
• Work with domestic and international factories to develop and support products.
• Troubleshoot product performance issues.
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services.
• Attend and provide product knowledge at tradeshows, as needed.

Other duties may be assigned.