Mechanical Engineer -- R&D/Scroll Pumps

We're a diversified, global technology leader helping customers innovate with confidence, enhance their competitiveness, and boost their efficiency.Our businesses-Scientific Instruments, Vacuum Technologies, and Electronics Manufacturing-bring together our high quality, innovative and user-friendly products with industry-leading service and support to create genuinely inspired solutions.Each person at Varian, Inc. is dedicated to our credo-Inspiring Excellence. Inspiring Excellence calls on us to always act with integrity, and with absolute commitment to our customers needs and dreams. At Varian, Inc. we're inspired by our customers, and strive to inspire others in all we do.Function: Research & DevelopmentProduct Area: Vacuum TechnologiesResponsibilities:We are looking for a seasoned ME to design and develop scroll pumps and related components and systems. You will determine system requirements, perform engineering analysis and design, verify results through prototype testing, problem solve, document all results, and provide engineering support after production release. Throughout, you will use modern design methods (FMEA, QFD, Six-Sigma tools) and traditional methods to ensure successful technical results. Use of project management and cross-functional teamwork skills are essential. REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
BSME
9+ years of work experience in an engineering product design role (for mass production)
High degree of competence in Solidworks or similar 3-D programs, including PDM extensions
Experience in thermal/stress analysis using COSMOS or equivalent
Extensive knowledge and experience with the following: mechanical design, material properties and selection, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, tolerance analysis, manufacturing processes (casting, forging, machining, forming, assembly, finishing, testing, etc.)
Ability to do hands-on work in lab and shop, as well as ability to direct others. Excellent communication skills are required.
Experience in one or more of the following areas highly desirable: project management, vacuum technology, experience with pumps/compressors/other positive displacement machines, electrical/electromechanical experience, metallurgical analysis, failure analysisCB