What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Testing Mechanical Engineer position at MTS Systems Corporation?
Job Description
Job Summary
MTS creates machines used to test and develop the world’s newest materials, from high strength metal alloys to composites and the components that are made from them. Our customers are developing these materials to be used in extreme applications which requires unique test conditions such as very high or cryogenic temperatures.
This position is focused on the design and development of new and existing products built to simulate those unique applications. Some products include high temperature furnaces, specialized material specimen grips and fixtures, temperature and strain measurement devices, along with the full closed loop servo-hydraulic test system which is the foundation of our test machines. We are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated people to join our team!
Major Areas of Accountability
Minimum Job Requirements
The salary range for this position is $69,000-$100,000 based on education and experience.
Job Summary
MTS creates machines used to test and develop the world’s newest materials, from high strength metal alloys to composites and the components that are made from them. Our customers are developing these materials to be used in extreme applications which requires unique test conditions such as very high or cryogenic temperatures.
This position is focused on the design and development of new and existing products built to simulate those unique applications. Some products include high temperature furnaces, specialized material specimen grips and fixtures, temperature and strain measurement devices, along with the full closed loop servo-hydraulic test system which is the foundation of our test machines. We are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated people to join our team!
Major Areas of Accountability
- Gather and review design requirements to ensure alignment with overall system goals, and coordinate with other engineering disciplines to create cohesive solutions.
- Participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts, with a focus on documenting key learnings and enhancements.
- Guide drafting and design resources to ensure clear documentation for manufacturing and testing processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, using engineering principles and tools like Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to design and enhance components and systems.
- Work closely with vendors to manage specifications, timelines, and budgets for successful project completion.
- Support the sales team by providing design insights and technical expertise during the quoting process.
- Engage with manufacturing teams, system assembly, and checkout operations to ensure smooth project execution.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 0-3 years of professional engineering experience.
- Knowledge of heat transfer, materials science, machine design, structural mechanics, and vibrations.
- Strong in analytical thinking and employing a ground-up, fundamental physics approach to problem solving
- Experience with SolidWorks, Pro E or similar CAD systems.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Expected travel averaging less than 10%, domestic and international.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on heat transfer or materials science.
- Experience with products or components operating at or above 1000 °C
- Knowledge in applying Finite Element Analysis (FEA), vibration analysis and simulation tools (ANSYS, MATLAB, MathCAD).
The salary range for this position is $69,000-$100,000 based on education and experience.
Salary : $69,000 - $100,000