Engineer Technician

FedWriters

FedWriters

Other Engineering · Full-time
Seattle, WA, USA
Posted on Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Job Summary:

Are you a mechanical engineer with experience in an R&D environment? Do you want your work to make a difference and help preserve the environment? We want to hear from you!

The work of this senior-level engineer serves the overall goals of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory (PMEL). The ideal candidate will possess thorough knowledge of traditional engineering and machine shop practices and capabilities, as well as emerging additive manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Managing multiple projects and making decisions independently on technical problems
  • Working closely with the PMEL machine shop to ensure timely delivery of components of the highest quality
  • Assembling and testing prototypes with the assistance of technicians
  • Generating complete assembly documents
  • Practicing accurate documentation to ensure the future support of technology
  • Programming and operating numerically controlled machine tools, (Hass VF2 and TM1 vertical milling machines and a Haas TL2 lathe)
  • Determining material requirements for projects
  • Must possess broad experience in the mechanical engineering field and

Required Qualifications and Skills:

  • At least 3 years of experience in an R&D environment
  • A two-year degree in engineering and machine technology with emphasis on Computer Numerical Control (CNC) tool operation
  • The ability to inspect parts using CMM
  • Broad experience in the mechanical engineering field
  • The ability to use manually operated machine tools, (especially lathes)
  • Familiarity with MasterCam
  • The ability to read blueprints to produce quality parts with minimal supervision

Desired

  • Solidworks CAD and MasterCAM experience
  • Welding skills

Work Setting and Environment:

  • Monday - Friday, normal business hours
  • Work is to be performed at NOAA's facilities in Seattle, WA
  • On-site federal contractors, in federal buildings or on federal lands must comply with CDC guidelines with respect to wearing masks, maintaining physical distance, and other public health measures.

How FedWriters Will Compensate and Appreciate You:

FedWriters offers team members the opportunity to gain a lasting impression in this fast-growing small business.

FedWriters provides a competitive package of salary and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a matching 401(k) program; generous Paid Time Off (PTO); STD; LTD; life insurance; and more!

FedWriters abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

FedWriters is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race; ethnicity; religion; gender; age; national origin; marital status; sexual orientation; gender identity; family responsibilities; matriculation; physical or mental disabilities; political affiliation; genetic information; status as a protected veteran; or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in applying for employment with FedWriters and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for the position, please call (703) 872-7848. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis. FedWriters is a federal contractor seeking veteran referrals.

FedWriters is an equal opportunity employer.