Chief Engineer, Mechanical Systems

Overview

Lead mechanical engineering initiatives, providing CFD/FEA expertise and technical guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• fea simulation
• cfd analysis
• design review
• best practices
• technical reporting
• mentor engineers

Tasks

The Chief Engineer, Mechanical Systems will be our subject matter expert for all technology and product development initiatives. We will look to you for engineering guidance on new and existing design standards. This involves applying a high level of technical expertise, ingenuity, and knowledge of industry best practices to identify potential engineering solutions and provide expert technical guidance for engineering initiatives. This role is also responsible for providing hands-on technical and simulation analysis expertise. -Help recruit key engineering talent. -Develops short- and long-range program plans and goals. -Prepare and review technical papers and reports. -Play a key role in attracting and obtaining new business. -Actively participate in design reviews, proposal evaluations, tiger teams and new business activities. -Serve as primary spokesperson to customers and other companies on our technical capabilities. -Identify, evaluate, select, and manage external suppliers. -Publish in national scientific and technical journals. -Collaborate with design and test engineering teams to translate simulation insights into actionable design changes. -Consult with senior management to negotiate or coordinate work related changes. -Establish and enforce engineering best practices, simulation methods, and design standards. -Lead simulation efforts using FEA tools (primarily Ansys) to validate mechanical designs and support product development decisions. -Stay current on the latest industry changes, trends, and technological advancements. -Delegate work and determine work schedules. -Foster new ideas and inventions. -Establish and maintain FEA best practices, including documentation standards, verification protocols, and cross-functional training. -Plan and coordinate necessary resource acquisition. -Analyze and optimize mechanical systems using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) techniques. -Recommend system philosophies, design objectives and risk mitigation. -Mentor high potential engineers and other team members. -Interpreting Wind Tunnel Analysis. -Represent company at professional technical forums, organizations, conferences, and meetings.

Requirements

• cfd
• ansys
• openfoam
• fea
• professional engineer
• leadership

What You Bring

-Proven track record of interpreting wind tunnel tests to validate and refine design concepts. Ability to integrate wind tunnel data with CFD results to enhance the accuracy and reliability of engineering solutions. -Proven success negotiating with internal/external customers. -5+ years’ experience in the application of design for reliability. -Strong leadership skills and the ability to develop and mentor others. -Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities. -Ability to define CFD requirements and standards across cross-functional engineering teams to ensure consistency and quality in simulation deliverables. -3+ years working in Stage Gate product development processes. -Ability to work across multiple organizations and thrive in a fast paced, smaller company environment. -Must have extensive experience in applying Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) techniques to analyze and optimize mechanical systems. This includes proficiency in using CFD software tools to simulate fluid flow, heat transfer, and other related phenomena. -Strong command of CFD software tools such as ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, or OpenFOAM, with ability to mentor others in their use. -Familiarity with fluid-structure interaction (FSI) and multi-physics simulations involving thermal, aerodynamic, and mechanical coupling. -2+ years’ experience working in a matrixed environment, interfacing with high-level internal and external leadership. -Strong understanding of material modeling, boundary conditions, and meshing strategies to ensure simulation accuracy and reliability. -Ability to work well independently with little supervision. -Experience in utility scale solar products and installations. -Demonstrated ability to lead CFD simulation efforts from concept through final design, including model setup, meshing, solver selection, and post-processing. -Advanced proficiency in Ansys Mechanical and Workbench, with demonstrated ability to set up, run, and interpret simulations for complex assemblies. -Proven ability to correlate FEA results with physical testing and integrate findings into iterative design improvements. -Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for mechanical systems, including stress, thermal, and modal simulations. -Minimum 5 years of direct experience applying Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to mechanical system design, validation, and optimization. -12+ years of mechanical systems experience. -Professional engineer license. -1+ years’ experience with simulation tools, (e.g., MCS - including ADAMS, ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation, etc.). -Bachelor’s degree in engineering. -Master’s degree in mechanical engineering. -Experience correlating CFD simulations with physical testing data (e.g., wind tunnel, thermal chambers) to validate model accuracy and refine predictive capabilities. -Proven track record of integrating CFD results into iterative design cycles to improve performance, reduce risk, and accelerate development timelines.

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Benefits

At Array Tech, Inc., we strive to lead with our culture, and believe that our people are a key enabler of our future state. Our total rewards philosophy supports Array’s ability to attract, develop, and retain our employees. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and wellness programs that align with the local markets where we do business.

About Array Technologies

-Founded with a vision to revolutionize solar energy, Array Technologies has grown into a leading global solar tracker provider. -The company specializes in developing cutting-edge solar tracking systems that enhance the efficiency and performance of solar power plants. -With a strong commitment to engineering excellence, Array Technologies focuses on delivering reliable, cost-effective solutions for utility-scale solar projects. -Over the years, the company has completed hundreds of large-scale projects, becoming a trusted partner for renewable energy developers worldwide. -Array Technologies' products are known for their durability and high performance in various environmental conditions, even in the harshest climates. -The company offers a unique combination of advanced technology, sustainability, and global reach, positioning it as a major player in the solar energy market.

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