Mechanical Engineer

Join Barfield and Become a Part of the Adventure!

If you are a talented Engineer interested in working in the exciting field of aviation, Barfield wants you!

Barfield is more than just a prestigious name in the industry: it is subsidiary of Air France Industries KLM Engineering

We are looking to hire a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team who will support our Engineering department.

About the Role:

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, analyzing, and improving mechanical systems that enhance the efficiency and safety of aviation test equipment and infrastructure. Your work will directly impact the development of innovative solutions that meet rigorous industry standards and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate conceptual designs into practical, manufacturable products. The role demands a strong focus on applying engineering principles to solve complex mechanical challenges, ensuring reliability and performance under diverse operating conditions. Ultimately, your contributions will support the advancement of aviation component, hydraulic, and pneumatics technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed mechanical designs and models using SolidWorks to support new product development and system enhancements.
• Manage all aspects of new capability development projects from beginning to end.
• Set and manage budgets
• Perform evaluation and development of tooling and test equipment.
• Prepare technical documentation for new tooling and test equipment, including design specifications, test plans, and reports to support compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform technician training.
• Writing and documentation of out-of-manual repair procedures.
• Development and preparation of repair procedures for DER approval.
• Writing of engineering justification for repair procedures.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality assurance, and project management teams to ensure designs meet functional requirements and production feasibility.
• Provide technical shop support to the shops.
• Analyze technical data such as CMMs, AMMs, SBs, CAD drawings, and other related documentation.
• Conduct analysis to predict mechanical behavior and optimize designs for performance and cost-effectiveness

Skills:

The required skills such as SolidWorks are essential for creating precise mechanical designs and detailed engineering drawings that serve as the foundation for product development. Analytical skills enable you to assess thermal and mechanical stresses, ensuring components can withstand operational demands, can simulate and optimize mechanical behavior, reducing the need for costly physical prototypes. Mechanical engineering and engineering analytical skills allow you to systematically approach complex problems, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application. Preferred skills like industry experience and regulatory knowledge enhance your ability to design compliant, manufacturable solutions that meet customer and safety requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD for mechanical design and drafting.
• Experience with heat transfer and stress analysis methodologies.
• Strong understanding of finite element analysis techniques and tools.
• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering analytical methods to solve mechanical design challenges.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
• Experience in the transportation or warehousing industry.
• Familiarity with industry-specific standards and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials selection.

Success Factors:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision while delivering excellent results will be a priority.
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts as necessary.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, Spanish a plus.
• Mandatory to provide a SolidWorks design sample along with the resume

You embody our values:

• CUSTOMER FOCUS We strive to provide the best services to our customers.
• INTEGRITY We are personally accountable for the highest standards of ethical behavior.
• TEAMWORK We are committed to a teamwork environment.
• ADAPTABILITY In an ever-changing world, we are adaptable to the required challenges.

We offer a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package.

For more information about us, please visit our website at www.barfieldinc.com

Barfield is an equal opportunity employer.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.