Mechanical Test Engineer III BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Test Engineer III for a Onsite opportunity! Position Title: Mechanical Test Engineer III Location: Seattle, WA (Onsite) Anticipated Start Date: 12/02/2024 Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date. Expected Duration: 12 Months Contract Job Type: Contract (>=30 HRS WEEKLY) Pay Range: TBD Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.). Design and execute HW Mechanical test through component and system level verification testing for research hardware and research integration vehicle development. This includes reviewing and executing tests against standards, creating new test plans, collecting and reporting data, and designing/fabricating/validating test fixtures and equipment. Responsibilities * Collaborate with cross-functional teams consisting of ME, EE, MFG, and Materials engineers and research and own the component and system level verification testing for research hardware * Design, develop, and validate test setups including mechanical, electrical, and software systems * Manage internal and external resources to execute on test setup development and conducting tests * Partner with multiple design teams and deliver well documented test results on a reliable schedule Required Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or other related technical field or equivalent experience * 4+ years of experience developing novel testing methods and architecting test equipment for small form factor, electromechanical consumer electronics * Demonstrated experience executing mechanical stress testing including force/displacement testing * Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams to define testing requirements and metrics to drive maturity of research grade hardware * 4+ years experience with 3D CAD design modeling (NX, Solidworks) Desired Qualifications * 2+ experience with Python, Matlab, or equivalent * Demonstrated experience with statistical data analysis and conducting measurement system analysis. * Knowledge of mechanical fabrication processes and experience with assembly of electro-mechanical systems * Demonstrated experience specifying and integrating instrumentation and motion control systems (motors, drivers, encoders, pressure transducers, accelerometers, flow sensors) * Demonstrated experience with robotics bringup and programming Benefits: BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k. About BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally. BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals fo To view the full job description,