Ccat Mechanical Engineer/Manufacturing Applications Engineer

oin our Innovative Team as a Mechanical Engineer!

Are you passionate about driving the adoption of cutting-edge technologies in manufacturing? The Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology, Inc. (CCAT) is seeking a dynamic and skilled individual to join us as a Mechanical Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the world of advanced manufacturing while working with state-of-the-art technologies.

As a key member of our team, you'll work under the supervision of the Principal Engineer in the Advanced Design, Automation, and Metrology (ADAM) lab. Your role will involve applying manufacturing software tools and machinery to educate, validate, and support the implementation of new digital thread and digital twin technologies.

About Us:

CCAT, established in 2004, is a non-stock, tax-exempt corporation dedicated to advancing technology and providing essential workforce training. As a leader in applied technology, we collaborate with governmental agencies such as DOD, DOE, NASA, SBA, and USDOC, focusing on areas like multi-material additive manufacturing, composites, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Support the design and validation of digital thread workflows between various manufacturing software and technologies, such as production lifecycle management (PLM) solutions, CAD, CAM, costing, inspection, and analysis software via model-based definition.
• Develop model-based definition files from existing CAD models and drawings.
• Support the development of automated CNC programming workflows using model-based definition.
• Support the development of automated inspection workflows using model-based definition.
• Support the development of supervisory control for manufacturing systems including CNC and additive technologies, with capturing real-time signals from manufacturing systems using edge devices and sensors. Furthermore, using AI/Machine Learning to develop predictive models and corrective action for controlling manufacturing variability.
• Setup and run simulations, finite element analysis, and generative design / topology optimization projects.
• Collaborate with team members to develop digital strategies as it relates to additive manufacturing.
• Identify and implement collaborative opportunities with cross-industry partners.
• Assist in outreach to regional manufacturing companies to implement advanced technologies and digital workflows.
• Represents CCAT at workshops, events and tours and may contribute with patent applications, proposal writing and journal articles.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: 1 year experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of PLM
• Proficiency in CAD modeling and simulation
• Proficiency in high-level programming languages such as python.
• Basic understanding of the concepts of electrical engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and technical writing.
• Fulfill ITAR citizenship requirements.

Preferred, but not required:

• Working knowledge of inspection systems Siemens Teamcenter, Solidworks PDM, additive technologies, robotic programming, extended reality technologies such as Hololens, and automation experience.

Physical Demands & Work Environment: The role involves occasional movement within the office, computer operation, and frequent communication. The position may require visits to manufacturing businesses and adherence to safety protocols in lab and external facilities.