Otis Elevator Company Hiring for Senior Mechanical Engineer – Modeling, Analysis, Simulation, and Computation at Farmington, Connecticut Full Time

Date Posted:

2023-06-06

Country:

United States of America

Location:

OT494: 5FS – Farmington, CT 5 Farm Springs, Farmington, CT, 06032 USA

At Otis, we move billions of people every day. How? Through our talented team of more than 68,000 employees who are passionate about what we do and what’s next. From our foundation of excellent products (escalators, elevators and moving walkways) to our next chapter of digital transformation, this is a great time to join us as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, based in Farmington, CT.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Mechanical/Electrical Engineer with a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of industrial experience, expertise in Electric Motor Design. The role involves using electro-magnetic and thermal simulation tools to analyze and optimize the performance of motor designs. The person will also be responsible for designing, developing, and testing electric motors used in a wide range of applications. He/she will work closely with engineers and designers to create efficient, reliable, and high-performance electric motors that meet specific requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop electric motor design concepts, specifications, and prototypes.

• Perform model-based electric motor design activities including electro-magnetic, fluid & thermal, and structural simulation.

• Lead technical project teams to develop engineering methods and tools for improving design, analysis, and testing processes.

• Conduct feasibility studies and make recommendations on the best motor design for specific applications.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and designers, to ensure motor designs meet technical requirements.

• Analyze and interpret test data to optimize motor design performance and efficiency.

• Provide technical support and guidance to manufacturing teams during the production process.

• Evaluate and select appropriate materials and components for motor designs.

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Basic Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in electric motor design & development.

• Strong experience in electro-magnetic simulation tools such as ANSYS Maxwell, Siemens Magnet, Altair Flux or JMAG to analyze motor designs and optimize their performance.

• Strong experience in thermal simulation tools such as ANSYS CFX or Fluent to analyze motor designs and optimize their cooling systems.

• Proficient in using motor design software, such as Motor-CAD, JMAG, or COMSOL.

• Proficient in using finite element analysis using engineering software such as Ansys, HyperWorks, and MATLAB, to optimize designs for performance, efficiency, and reliability.

• Familiarity with motor control theory and control systems.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulations related to electric motor design.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of technical project team management to develop engineering methods and tools for improving design, analysis, and testing processes.

• Experience in Transient Analysis, Explicit Dynamics, Nonlinear Analysis, and Design Optimization.

• Knowledge of various motor types, including induction motors, permanent magnet motors, and brushless DC motors.

• Ability to work in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Experience in data analytics and programming languages is a plus.

Otis is the world leader in reliable, efficient, and technologically advanced elevators, escalators and people-moving systems. Our revolutionary Gen2® elevators, energy-saving ReGen™ drives and NCE “green” escalator have clearly set the industry standard for innovation, safety, and performance. More than 2.4 million Otis elevators and escalators are currently in operation throughout 200 different countries. We are proud to have a global team that continues to rise to the challenges of a fast-moving company. Together, the people of Otis are creating new ideas and opportunities by collaborating across time zones, geographies and cultures. So just imagine where we can take you!

Otis is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status .

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