Senior Mechanical Engineer

• Leads detailed studies, experiments, research and tests in contributing to the design and development of navigation and bridge system products to established codes, standards, drawings, specifications and customer requirements, for both commercial and military customers
• Leads the mechanical design effort based on COTS, military grade products and customized solutions which includes the approval of parts and components
• Writes and maintains Company’s mechanical engineering standards and best practices
• Trains and mentors Mechanical Engineers on Company’s mechanical standards and best practices
• Approves elements of the Company’s parts database
• Interprets, analyzes, and approves hardware requirements, hardware design documents, and ensures the proposed solution meets the stated requirements
• Prepares and approves written plans, calculations, designs, specifications and material lists
• Leads and reviews technical tasks requiring accuracy of calculations, completeness of data and adherence to prescribed methods
• Provides design information and guidance to support personnel and, occasionally to suppliers, in preparation of detailed design, design testing and prototype fabrication.
• Ensures that designs meet system, customer and budgetary requirements and are compliant with industry and government standards
• Clearly communicates technical and design documentation to other departments
• Through the application of Engineering expertise and analysis, ensure mechanical designs are optimized for manufacturability, weight and cost.
• Work closely with Production to understand, develop, and refine assembly drawings and instructions.
• Conducts and provides technical support during qualification testing. Perform engineering tests such as thermal cycling, vibration and shock testing, in the environmental test lab for both qualification and design verification testing.
• Design mechanical tests and test fixtures.  Document and analyze results.  Write formal test reports.
• Initiates and approves engineering change request (ECRs)
• Follows and promotes workplace operating and environmental, health and safety procedures and guidelines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering/Applied Science or equivalent and 12+ years of direct engineering design/analysis experience, including a minimum of 8 years in the naval/subsea/marine industry. Master of Engineering/Applied Science and Professional Engineer/ Chartered Engineer designation is desirable
• Must obtain and maintain NATO secret security clearance
• In-depth knowledge of product certification testing to civilian and military standards
• Proven mechanical aptitude and ability to analyze and solve hardware problems
• Familiarity with MS Office Suite and SharePoint
• Working knowledge of peripheral equipment, test, diagnostic and measuring equipment
• Ability to thrive as a leader and member of a Project team
• Organized, able to handle multiple projects and prioritize workload
• Experience implementing shipbuilding codes and standards for example: Lloyds Rules
• Ability to lead design in a strategic manner taking into consideration reliability, ease of manufacture, and cost

We have a Professional Development program in place that supports our employees in their career development by providing funds, time, and opportunities to become better at what they do.

At OSI you can make a difference. We are a change willing organization that is always looking for new ideas. We strive to improve what it is we do and how we do it. If you have ideas we would love to hear about them.

OSI fosters an inclusive and diverse culture. We celebrate our diversity and strive to be more inclusive because it makes us a better company.

Should you require assistance and or accommodations during the hiring process, please contact Talent Acquisition, OSI.

We also offer great benefits and a flexible working environment!