Mechanical Design Engineer, Electric Propulsion

As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Archer, your responsibilities include designing key components such as plastic housings and structural supports, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize designs, and analyzing your work to ensure it meets rigorous industry standards. You'll also solve unique challenges in electric propulsion, lead prototype builds, and collaborate with suppliers for manufacturing.

To be considered for the Mechanical Design Engineer role at Archer, candidates should hold a Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience, along with at least 1 year of relevant engineering experience. Strong skills in mechanical design and 3D software like NX or SolidWorks are essential, along with basic understanding of electrical design principles and programming knowledge in Matlab or Python.

At Archer, the Mechanical Design Engineer will work on innovative projects that involve the design of electric propulsion systems. You'll engage in creating components vital for our aircraft, addressing challenges such as thermal management, high voltage electrical isolation, and ensuring component durability under various environmental conditions.

Absolutely! Archer values talent and leadership, and we encourage our Mechanical Design Engineers to advance within the company. You’ll have the opportunity to enhance your skills on exciting projects while contributing to a culture that nurtures professional development and recognizes performance.

The work environment at Archer is collaborative and inclusive, where diversity is embraced. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team committed to innovative solutions. We believe that collective intelligence drives better outcomes, making it a stimulating place to develop your career.

Discuss your previous projects or work experience where you designed components, highlighting specific tools and methodologies you used. Emphasize how these experiences have prepared you to tackle the unique challenges presented by electric propulsion systems at Archer.

Provide a systematic overview of how you assess thermal challenges, the analysis tools you use, and your methodology for implementing effective thermal management solutions. Relate it to the context of electric propulsion or aerospace components to display relevance.

Detail the projects where you utilized CAD software, explaining how you approached design challenges. Mention your proficiency level and any specific functions within NX or SolidWorks that you excel at, showcasing your skills for the Mechanical Design Engineer role.

When answering, discuss specific methods, like finite element analysis, that you use for structural integrity assessments. Highlight any tools you’re experienced with, and provide examples of how your analyses informed design decisions in your previous work.

Share your time management techniques, emphasizing tools or methods you utilize to keep track of project deadlines. Mention any tools that help you maintain clear communication with your team to ensure a smooth workflow, which is crucial in engineering environments.

Reflect on your interaction with professionals from various disciplines like electrical engineers or manufacturing teams. Explain how working collaboratively on projects has enhanced your communication, problem-solving skills, and ability to align designs with different engineering needs.

Prepare to explain a specific project where you performed failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA). Discuss your role in identifying potential failure points and how your findings led to proactive design adjustments or enhancements.

Discuss your understanding of electric propulsion, including its components and the advantages it offers in terms of sustainability. Highlight any relevant projects or studies that showcase your knowledge of this emerging field, making it clear why your expertise fits Archer's mission.

Share any specific experiences where you faced challenges, explaining how you approached problem-solving and the steps you took to overcome these obstacles. Emphasize resilience and adaptability, key traits for a Mechanical Design Engineer at Archer.

Reflect on your passion for the aerospace industry and sustainable technology. Share your vision of how your work can contribute to a greener future in air travel, and express enthusiasm for Archer's innovative direction and impact in this field.