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R&D (Mechanical) Engineer

WHAT A TYPICAL DAY LOOKS LIKE: As an R&D (Mechanical) Engineer, you’ll play a key role in the research, design, and development of innovative products and technologies. You will collaborate closely with engineering teams, product managers, manufacturing, sales, and customers to define product requirements, evaluate design concepts, and develop prototypes that push the boundaries of performance, cost, and manufacturability. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment focused on ideation, iteration, and hands-on development.

R&D ENGINEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements, explore new concepts, and assess feasibility of new technologies.
• Lead or support research efforts focused on new product platforms, materials, and technologies related to power distribution systems.
• Use CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor and/or SolidWorks to generate detailed models, rapid prototypes, and production-ready documentation.
• Create and validate design concepts through simulations, prototyping, lab testing, and analysis.
• Develop test plans, perform design validation, and analyze data to drive design improvements.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, technical reviews, and innovation workshops to generate and refine new ideas.
• Work closely with suppliers, manufacturing, and quality teams to assess DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFT (Design for Test) considerations early in development.
• Identify and resolve design challenges quickly, iterate based on feedback, and document all R&D findings thoroughly.
• Help evaluate materials, components, and emerging technologies that could improve product performance, cost, or lifecycle.
• Support early-stage product trials, pilot builds, and field-testing initiatives.
• Ensure all new designs meet applicable standards, regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, ETL), and customer expectations.
• Manage design changes, version control, and risk assessments through a formal R&D change process.
• May require occasional travel for supplier visits, field testing, or collaboration with customers and partners.
  

THE EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING TO ADD TO THE TEAM:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program.
• 2–5 years of experience in R&D, new product development, or applied mechanical design—preferably within power distribution or electrical systems.
• Familiarity with relevant standards: UL 891, UL 1558, UL 67, UL 857, UL 1008, and/or UL 62368/60950 is a strong plus.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (Inventor, SolidWorks), PLM systems (e.g., Vault), and engineering documentation tools.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to apply engineering fundamentals to open-ended design problems.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping methods, lab testing, failure analysis, and continuous improvement.
• A passion for innovation, curiosity, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE FOR THE GREAT WORK YOU PROVIDE:

• Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunity to drive innovation in critical power systems and make a tangible impact on next-generation products
  

Description

Join a team dedicated to operational excellence in renewable energy. As an Operations Coordinator, you'll play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of generation assets at Chapman Ranch Wind. You'll work closely with plant management and service teams to maintain site performance, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the secure and efficient operation of generation assets in line with operational plans and budgets.
• Assist with the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the HSE Management System.
• Conduct or coordinate O&M activities for balance-of-plant equipment, including turbine switchgear, substations, transmission lines, site roads, and emergency generators.
• Record safety events through Encompass; actively participate in safety walks, audits, and orientations.
• Track and manage parts and equipment inventory to ensure operational readiness.
• Support execution of NERC compliance and environmental programs (local, state, and federal).
• Participate in the BOP on-call rotation, triaging alarms and dispatching resources after hours/weekends as needed.

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of industrial plant or power generation experience (wind generation and HV electrical systems experience a plus).
• Technical trade education or certification required; electrical certification strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and operational excellence.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative team player.
• Willingness to participate in rotating on-call coverage and respond to emergent issues

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Work in a renewable energy environment with real impact on grid reliability and sustainability.
• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package with retirement savings and company match.
• 4 SDOs, 3 weeks' vacation, and robust professional development opportunities.
• A culture that prioritizes safety, teamwork, and growth

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Description

• Provide customer support through on-site installations, cost-effective repairs, preventative maintenance, and product upgrades on diagnostic instruments and systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, analyzing failures and implementing corrective actions to ensure instrument reliability.
• Deliver high levels of customer service to maintain strong customer relationships and ensure satisfaction.
• Act as a liaison between customers and internal teams, demonstrating professionalism, commitment, and clear communication.
• Escalate unresolved technical issues appropriately and follow up to resolution.
• Advise customers on the proper operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instruments and systems.
• Collaborate with internal Sales, Applications, and Service teams to share customer feedback, technical insights, and service opportunities.
• Promote service contracts and assist with renewals through established customer relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all quality, regulatory, and service procedures, maintaining complete and accurate records.
• Document service activities in a timely and detailed manner.
• Maintain accurate service inventory and ensure proper control of assigned parts and materials.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to interface with customers, peers, and management.
• Strong technical and analytical aptitude with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently within a designated territory while achieving performance goals.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate toward regional and national objectives.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in laboratory or hospital environments.

• Associate degree in Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Technology, or a related field required.
• Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience servicing medical device or diagnostic equipment.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and Windows operating systems.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Systems and network connectivity preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to work flexible hours and participate in rotational on-call coverage as required.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, and repair commercial heating, ventilating, and cooling systems.
• Diagnose and repair electronic, mechanical, and electrical components.
• Travel to job sites in the service area and coordinate with dispatch to maintain schedules.
• Be available for on-call rotation, including nights or weekends, for emergency service.
• Maintain company vehicle and ensure it is stocked with required tools, parts, and safety equipment.
• Document all work performed, including equipment details, test measurements, and photos as needed.
• Provide accurate invoices on-site and obtain customer signatures upon completion.
• Identify opportunities for additional services or system upgrades and report them to dispatch.
• Participate in company and industry-provided technical training.
• Comply with all company safety and operational policies.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4+ years of commercial HVAC experience.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and technical manuals.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Regular, punctual attendance required.
• Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone.

Description

CNC Milling Set Up Operator

Set up and/or operate CNC Milling Machines to produce parts which meet customer specifications while completing these setups within the allotted time. Manufacture parts which consistently meet customer expectations while achieving established cycle times for these parts. These responsibilities will be achieved by:

• Setting Up CNC Mills using machining programs, customer prints, tool sheets, inspection measurement sheets, Operating sheets and other provided information
• Working closely with Engineering to set up jobs they have prepared
• Working with Quality, have 1st pieces approved and then ensure the process consistently meets customer specifications and expected production rates
• Training other Milling Operators to strengthen their skills and knowledge
• As directed, manufacturing production parts to fulfill customer Orders
• Understanding and interpreting G Code and/or MasterCam programming language and make appropriate edits to the program
• Monitoring tool life and make offsets and/or change tools per the Tool Change sheet or as necessary
• Assisting other Operators in troubleshooting and resolving process or mechanical issues
• Following all safety policies and procedures
• Keeping work areas clean and orderly and maintaining excellent housekeeping standards.
• Understanding and following all policies and procedures within the company's AS9100 Rev D certified Quality Management System.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in setting up and operating CNC Milling machines.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand complex blueprints and drawings.
• Demonstrated ability in using various Inspection instruments, gages and pins to ensure that parts produced meet customer specifications
• A commitment to producing quality parts and taking personal pride in individual work.
• Dependable, reliable and on time
• Self-motivated to achieve daily work standards for quality and productivity.
• Is a personal example of leadership and hard work on the floor.
• Works well with others to accomplish challenging team objectives
• Treats all others with Dignity and Respect
• Values Honesty and Integrity in all things

October 2025

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CNC Lathe Set Up Operator/ Department Lead

Set up and/or operate CNC Lathes or Turning Centers to produce parts which meet customer specifications while completing these setups within the allotted time. Manufacture parts which consistently meet customer expectations while achieving established standards or cycle times for these parts. These responsibilities will be achieved by:

• Setting Up CNC Lathes, including those having Live Tooling and Sub Spindles, using machining programs, customer prints, tool sheets, inspection measurement sheets, and other provided information
• Working with Quality, have 1st pieces approved and ensure the process consistently meets customer specifications and expected production rates
• Training other Lathe Operators to strengthen their skills and knowledge
• As directed, manufacturing production parts to fulfill customer Orders
• Being the 'Go To' resource for other Lathe Department Operators to troubleshoot and resolve process or mechanical issues
• Following all safety policies and procedures
• Keeping work areas clean and orderly and maintaining excellent housekeeping standards.
• Understanding and following all policies and procedures within the company's AS9100 Rev D certified Quality Management System.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience setting up and operating CNC Lathes or Turning centers.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand complex blueprints and drawings.
• Demonstrated ability in using various Inspection instruments, gages and pins to ensure that parts produced meet customer specifications
• A commitment to producing quality parts and taking personal pride in individual work.
• Dependable, reliable and on time
• Self-motivated to achieve daily work standards for quality and productivity.
• Is a personal example of leadership and hard work on the floor.
• Works well with others to accomplish challenging team objectives
• Treats all others with Dignity and Respect
• Values Honesty and Integrity in all things

Description

Aluminum Welder

St Johns Ship Building, Inc. is a full-service shipbuilding and marine repair company that specializes in new construction and repair of commercial aluminum and steel vessels. Operations are conducted in a storm-protected 100-acre inland campus in the city of Palatka just 30 miles southwest of Jacksonville on the St. Johns River that provides direct access to the Atlantic Ocean. We are committed to providing top quality craftsmanship and personalized service by delivering vessels on time and on budget.

Position Summary

As an Aluminum Welder, you will use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components, to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products. This position will be responsible for welding components of the ship and completing repairs or new builds on time, to specifications, and within scope of the project. Completes all the required company training and follows all company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Ignite torches or start power supplies and strike arcs by touching electrodes to metals being welded, completing electrical circuits.
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
• Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding, and submerged arc welding.
• Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
• Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Lie out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.
• Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or spatter, using hand scrapers or power chippers, portable grinders, or arc-cutting equipment.
• Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations.
• Connect and turn regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure so that desired flames are obtained.
• Weld separately or in combination, using aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, and other alloys.
• Determine required equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
• Mark or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required.
• Prepare all material surfaces to be welded, ensuring that there is no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, or other foreign matter.
• Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.
• Remove rough spots from work pieces, using portable grinders, hand files, or scrapers.
• Position and secure work pieces, using hoists, cranes, wire, and banding machines or hand tools.
• Clean or degrease parts, using wire brushes, portable grinders, or chemical baths.
• Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts, using cutting torches, straightening presses, and hand tools.
• Fill holes and increase the size of metal parts.
• Dismantle metal assemblies or cut scrap metal, using thermal-cutting equipment such as flame-cutting torches or plasma-arc equipment.
• Check grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometers, calipers, and precision measuring instruments.
• Gouge metals, using the air-arc gouging process.
• Guide and direct flames or electrodes on or across work pieces to straighten, bend, melt, or build up metal.
• Preheat work pieces prior to welding or bending, using torches or heating furnaces.
• Use fire suppression methods in industrial emergencies.
• Set up and use ladders and scaffolding as necessary to complete work.
• Hammer out bulges or bends in metal work pieces.

Qualifications

• Six months to one-year related experience
• Must pass AWS certification within the first 60 days on the job
• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Resource Management (People & Equipment) - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Applied Learning - Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

What We Have to Offer You

• Starting pay is $18+ per hour, based on experience.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Cost Savings and Worksite Benefits
• Company paid Medical Gap Insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Basic Life and AD&D
• Company Match 401K
• Paid holidays
• Personal and Vacation time

St Johns Ship Building is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Description

Remote Status: On-Site

Aluminum Fitter

St Johns Ship Building, Inc. is a full-service shipbuilding and marine repair company that specializes in new construction and repair of commercial aluminum and steel vessels. Operations are conducted in a storm-protected 100-acre inland campus in the city of Palatka just 30 miles southwest of Jacksonville on the St. Johns River that provides direct access to the Atlantic Ocean. We are committed to providing top quality craftsmanship and personalized service by delivering vessels on time and on budget.

Position Summary

The Aluminum Fitter is responsible for fabricating, laying out, positioning, aligning, and fitting of aluminum components for both new construction and repair projects. The role involves interpreting blueprints and specifications to assemble various aluminum structures accurately and efficiently, while maintaining high standards of safety and quality throughout the process.

Responsibilities

• Position, align, fit parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications, and using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.
• Verify conformance of work pieces to specifications, using squares, rulers, and measuring tapes.
• Tack-weld fitted parts together.
• Lay out and examine Aluminum stock or work pieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met.
• Align and fit parts according to specifications, using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and hammers.
• Locate and mark work piece bending and cutting lines, allowing for stock thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and other component specifications.
• Position or tighten braces, jacks, clamps, ropes, or bolt straps, or bolt parts in position for welding or riveting.
• Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine materials requirements and task sequences.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, grinders, and drill presses, to bend, cut, form, punch, drill, or otherwise form and assemble metal components.
• Hammer, chip, and grind work pieces to cut, bend, and straighten metal.
• Smooth work piece edges and fix taps, tubes, and valves.
• Design and construct templates and fixtures, using hand tools.
• Straighten warped or bent parts, using sledges, hand torches, straightening presses, or bulldozers.
• Set up face blocks, jigs, and fixtures.
• Remove high spots and cut bevels, using hand files, portable grinders, and cutting torches.
• Direct welders to build up low spots or short pieces with weld.
• Lift or move materials and finished products, using large cranes.
• Heat-treat parts, using acetylene torches.
• Preheat work pieces to make them malleable, using hand torches or furnaces.
• Install boilers, containers, and other structures.
• Erect ladders and scaffolding to fit together large assemblies.
• And miscellaneous duties may be required.

Qualifications

• Six months to one-year related experience
• Must pass AWS certification within the first 60 days on the job
• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Resource Management (People & Equipment) - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Applied Learning - Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

What We Have to Offer You

• Starting pay is $18+ per hour, based on experience.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Cost Savings and Worksite Benefits
• Company paid Medical Gap Insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Basic Life and AD&D
• Company Match 401K
• Paid holidays
• Personal and Vacation time

St Johns Ship Building is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.