8837BR

Position Title:

Mechanical Engineer

Organization:

CIMS CSP & C3R

Job Responsibilities:

• Contribute to hands-on development of engineering technologies, including: prototype development, additive manufacturing equipment, mechanical test equipment and product test systems

• Provide detail oriented contributions to the design, data collection and analysis of commercial client prototypes, and associated research experiments

• Interface with industry clients to understand product development challenges and develop proposals (scope of work and budget)

• Manage design and development related projects for industry and company projects

• Create technical reports and publications that document research developments

• Complete analysis of complex mechanical systems (thermal, stress/strain, fluid, etc.), Conduct Life Cycle Assessments

• Perform literature searches on a variety of research project specific topics, e.g. material properties, susceptibility to wear or corrosion.

FLSA Category:

Exempt

Requisition Number:

8837BR

College/Division:

Golisano Institute for Sustainability

Required Application Documents:

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Employment Category:

Fulltime

Additional Details:

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Required Minimum Education Level:

BS

How To Apply:

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :

119A

Required Qualifications:

• At least one year directly related internship or academic applied research experience in related work

• No prior professional work experience required

• Demonstration of strong knowledge of mechanical system fundamentals and mechanical design analysis

• Demonstrated skills with computer aided design (CAD) tools

• Strong interest and capability in the application of analytical tools (FEA, CFD, etc.)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, for both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's in Engineering is preferred

• Experience with robotics and automation technologies, including integration of electrical components and software

Department/College Description:

The Golisano Institute for Sustainability (GIS) is a leading sustainability research and education organization at Rochester Institute of Technology. GIS is made up of a diverse set of academic programs and applied research centers focused on the optimization of industrial systems to maximize material and energy efficiency while minimizing adverse environmental impacts. We work with partners in all areas of industry, government and business to put technology and innovation to work for a sustainable future. The diverse perspectives we bring to a project or problem reflect our broad expertise across industries and the many partnerships we've formed with forward-thinking corporations, government agencies and research organizations over the last 30 years.

What do we believe at RIT?:

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/sites/rit.edu.fa.humanresources/files/docs/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Work Location:

Henrietta Campus — 100%

Job Summary:

We are looking for an enthusiastic engineer with a strong background in computer aided design, a passion for sustainability, an understanding of new product development, and hands-on experience with testing and validation to support existing research programs and to develop new initiatives. In our environment, researchers work on a wide variety of different types of products and technologies, work with undergraduate and graduate students, and are engaged in collaborative research with leading companies.

As a Mechanical Engineer at GIS you may be involved in: direct interaction with clean technology startup companies to review designs and assist with product development efforts, design of cost-effective and reliable products and/or processes, application of computer aided design and analysis tools, execution of test programs for product/component reliability and performance, and development of robotics and automation solutions. You should be equally comfortable with a hands on development role (prototype development and testing) and with model-based engineering tools, such as SolidWorks. GIS will also support your pursuit of a master's degree.

Hourly/Salary Minimum:

52300

Hourly/Salary Maximum:

87600