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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Research Engineer 1 in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Research Engineer 1
Job Number: 24566
Functional Area: Research - Engineering
Department: MIT Sea Grant College Program
School Area: Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
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Posting Description
RESEARCH ENGINEER 1, MIT Sea Grant College Program (MITSG (https://seagrant.mit.edu/) ), to work with a team of naval architects and electrical and mechanical engineers to develop shipboard power and energy corridor hardware; support and interact with the Electric Ship Research and Development Consortium (ESRDC) which brings together, in a single entity, the combined programs and resources of leading electric power research institutions to advance near- to mid-term electric ship concepts; participate in designing and building a prototype system, with the possibility of the development of modular electrical system racking modules and power electronics concepts; and accomplish design analyses, make presentations, prepare research reports, mentor students on related research projects, follow and possibly implement protocols, policies, and procedures.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering and a minimum of two years of related experience in a research environment, which may include experience as a graduate student; solid experience in designing and building mechanical structures as well as proficiency with 3D CAD software to fully develop planned designs before construction; and experience with electrical component and electrical cabinet hardware, with the ability to provide examples of construction experience with prototypes or other systems developed by applicant. Job #24566
Evening work unlikely; some weekend work may be required.
Domestic travel is required.
This is a full-time, 2-year term position, subject to annual renewal.
11/4/2024