Job Description

Mechanical Engineer Co-op/Intern

About TeraDAR:

TeraDAR is developing a new category of sensing, providing unprecedented resolution in rain, snow, sleet, fog and dust. We have a supercharged and diverse team who work together to solve complex problems and invent new technology that will save lives.

About the Role:

TeraDAR is looking for a creative Mechanical Engineering Co-op or Intern. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and fabrication of an automotive sensor assembly including: electronics enclosures, thermal management systems, radomes, test fixtures, customer facing models, and test vehicle sensor integration. You will have access to prototyping and fabricating equipment and will be able to advance your skills in mechanical design, thermal management, new product development, and prototyping and fabrication methods. This position is based out of Guilford, CT (preferred) or Boston, CT.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Design (Solidworks preferred), prototype, and fabrication of mechanical parts and assemblies that interface with highly specialized electrical components.
• Identify and perform mechanical analyses including tolerance, thermal, and flow analyses as required to support development efforts.
• Design and build assembly fixtures to improve the ease and repeatability of the assembly process.
• Support sensor test activities by designing and fabricating various fixtures and components.
• Assist with the bring up of systems which involves mechanical assembly, thermal pad/grease application, and other various tasks.
• Ensure supporting documentation is in order for design and test activities.

About You:

• Hands-on and persistent. Willing to try new things and experiment to find creative solutions to complex problems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced product development environment.
• Intellectual curiosity / experimenter / innovator. 
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience working with a variety of prototyping and/or fabrication methods. 
• Experience performing mechanical analyses (tolerance, thermal, structural, and flow)
• Experience writing test protocols and reports to evaluate your designs.
• Experience with high-volume manufacturing methods
• Experience working with electrical components
• Experience working with Radar, LiDAR, or similar sensing systems

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate/salary depending on experience.
• In addition, interns and co-ops are entitled to unlimited vacation, a $500 wellness stipend every six months, career advancement and professional development classes, free coffee, snacks and company sponsored lunches.

TeraDAR is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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