Mechanical Engineer IV

Intro: Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) is a business unit of Schneider Electric, a Global Fortune 500 company. We are a global manufacturer of intelligent sensors and sensor-based systems for the transportation, industrial, medical, aerospace and government- military industries. CST is made up of the leading brands of Crouzet, Kavlico, Crydom and the former divisions of BEI Technologies: Systron Donner Automotive, Systron Donner Inertiall, Newall, Kimco Magnetics, Industrial Encoders, Duncan Electronics, Ideacod and Precision Systems & Space Company.CST offers a competitive salary and benefits package, a professional work environment and opportunities for professional growth.Job Responsibilities: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:This is a most senior level non-management Engineering position. Performs highly complex activities relating to the design, testing, and evaluation of mechanical and electro-mechanical devices and systems, including Vibrating Quartz sensors and inertial systems. Assignments require initiative and judgment.Responsible for performing the most highly complex activities relating to the design, testing, and evaluation of mechanical and electro-mechanical devices and systems. Performs state-of-the-art product development activities. Assignments require the frequent use of initiative and judgment. Provides work leadership and training to lower level professional and technical staff. May require special licensing and/or government clearance.Some specific Job skills are: - Developing new or advancing the state of the art in MEMS inertial sensors and related inertial systems - Developing, testing and evaluating theoretical designs - Using research, analytical, conceptual and planning skills, particularly mathematical modeling and computer-aided design - Recommending modifications in the light of prototype test results - Making sure that the product can be produced reliably and that it will perform consistently in specified operating environments - Planning and designing new production processes - Developing a project specification with colleagues, often including those from other engineering disciplines - Discussing and solving complex problems with manufacturing departments, sub-contractors, suppliers and customers - Managing projects using engineering principles and techniques - Considering the implications of issues such as cost, safety and time constraints - Working with other professionals, within and outside the engineering community - Perform other job related duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:- Education: Ph.D., or MS in Mechanical Engineering or Physics - Years of Experience: 5 to 10 years of related work experience - Sensor design and packaging experience (inertial systems a plus) - Electromechanical system design experience (inertial systems a plus) - CAD experience (Pro-E preferred) a must, with all of the analytic tools for vibration, shock, and thermal - Understanding of mechanical isolation systems to minimize shock and vibrational inputs - Ability to conceptualize new designs from scratch - Proven track record of Design to Cost and Design for Manufacturing - Experience in Six-Sigma techniques - Excellent understanding of material properties - Ability to lead a multi-functional team to get results on a scheduleOTHER PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES OR QUALIFICATIONS (not required): - May require special licensing and/or government clearance. - Inertial sensor or system design experience - MEMS sensor design experience - Quartz material design experience Submit Your Resume Online NowSchneider Electric Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.