PAX Scientific
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located in San Rafael, CA (soon to be Napa, CA), a pioneer and leader in the engineering field of biomimicry - adapting nature's design efficiencies to technology, is a growing company seeking a dynamic, well-rounded Senior Mechanical Engineer to apply a major advance in fluid dynamics to new product development for refrigeration systems.
The Senior Engineer will be responsible for developing and testing design solutions for a variety of air conditioning and refrigeration products. The individual will have strong experience with research and development. Due to the nature of working in a small organization the individual will have a broad range of responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Combine knowledge and experience developing industry standard products with PAX's innovative biomimicry-based geometries to develop and optimize best in class air conditioning and refrigeration solutions. * Lead, in consultation with PAX's Chief Technology Officer, Director of Engineering, and core research team, the future direction of air conditioning and refrigeration programs. * Conduct research and development in the full range of air conditioning and refrigeration solutions. * In conjunction with the Director of Engineering, establish milestones and monitor progress of projects, and confer with client project engineers to ensure that development is progressing according to schedule and within budgetary guidelines. * Confer with Business Development Department on technology transfer and client issues. * Work with Business Development Managers to implement technology transfer to support commercial license execution.QUALIFICATIONS:
* A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to work as a team player are essential. * Master's degree in mechanical engineering with a focus on fluid dynamics, heat transfer, or thermodynamics required. * 10+ years experience in R&D for air conditioning or refrigeration related industry. * Familiarity with rigorous testing standards and hands-on testing. * Proficiency with CAD software. (SolidWorks preferable.) * Experience with developing test software. (Labview preferable.) * Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) techniques. * Excellent project leadership skills. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent technical, conceptual, and analytical skills. * Demonstrated ability to accomplish goals.Those interested in being considered for this opportunity are invited to email resumes to: Gary Jong at snipped-for-privacy@comcast.net. All responses will be handled promptly and managed professionally.