Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

Employment Type: Full-time, On-Site

Location: Downers Grove, IL*NOTE* This job requires a portfolio to apply. Please have a link to your portfolio on your resume. We have information on how to make a good portfolio here:https://www.trossenrobotics.com/careers/junior-mechanical-engineerGeneral Description: Join an exciting company that is hitting it's hockey stick growth moment. Physical AI is the next wave of automation which will change humanity and Trossen is at the red hot center of it. We are looking for more of the brightest minds to come help build a company that makes next generation robotics. Trossen Robotics has an exciting opportunity for an engineer looking to start their career with hands on experience working on robotic projects. The best way to learn is by doing and we have a lot of projects to learn on. If you are an eager, enthusiastic, energetic person who wants to be an engineer we can teach you how to be an excellent one. The Junior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for CAD work under the direction of the Lead Mechanical Engineer working on projects involving R&D and product design for mobile robotic platforms and manipulators. A typical design process includes: Integration of 3rd party electromechanical devices such as motors, servos, brackets, cameras, sensors, cables, etc. Custom bracket design with focus on DFM, DFA, manufacturing processes, and cost. Fitting electrical components together with protective enclosures inside the robot chassis and navigation stacks. Smart design of modular mounting systems, access panels, with a key focus on ease of maintenance. Wiring of components, cable runs, connectors design and selection Skills NecessaryCAD Proficiency: Must be proficient in CAD software such as Fusion360, AutoCAD, Solidworks, or PTC Creo for creating detailed 2D and 3D models. (We use Fusion360 and Solidworks) Ability to conceptualize and discuss 3D parts for design and prototyping. Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and the pros and cons of each (3D printing, laser cut plastic & metals, CNC Machining, Sheet metal fabrication, molding) Ability to work independently after being given a high level task. Strong desire to learn and improve skillset, an innate curiosity for all things new. Skills you will be working onDesign for Manufacturing (DFM): Understanding and applying principles that ensure designs are optimized for efficient manufacturing processes. Design for Assembly (DFA): Creating designs that simplify and streamline assembly processes, reducing time and cost.3D Modeling: Proper constraint design and sketch methodology for cascading workflow. Engineering Drawings: Generating accurate and detailed engineering drawings with proper annotations for production. Prototyping: Rapid designing and iterating prototypes Optimizing project workflows for maximized speed (IE not wasting time doing things out of order and throwing away work) Component sourcing & vendor selection. Proper prototyping order of operations (Rough design through to aesthetics) Tolerance Analysis: Performing basic tolerance analysis to ensure proper fit and function of parts. Material Selection for Design: Selecting appropriate materials based on application, manufacturability, and cost. Engineering Documentation: Create comprehensive engineering drawings and maintain thorough documentation of specifications and design processes. Trossen Robotics is an industry leader in the field of research and educational robotics. We specialize in the design, development, and integration of manipulators and UGVs. You may have even seen our platforms in your lab. We are proud to say that as a small company our robotic kits are in use by every major university and research institution in the USA along with fortune 100 tech companies in a variety of industries. We are located in the Chicago suburbs in Downers Grove. Candidates will need to have transportation.