Lead Engineering Specialist in Phoenix

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The staffing solutions division of GDKN is a leading provider of end-to-end solutions in the temporary staffing space. With companies across the globe laying critical emphasis on their human resources management, demand for temporary staffing is rapidly growing because it improves focus on core/critical activities and can be adapted to the seasonal nature of business, addresses business uncertainties and the demand for rapid growth. In short, temporary staffing creates a very nimble human capital platform which allows organizations to maximize their productivity and flexibility at all times.

GDKN is one of the very few minority business enterprises in North America that has the status of vendor with world’s largest corporations in various industries including:

• Electric
• Gas
• Telephone Utilities
• Manufacturing
• Defense
• Banking/Financial,
• Information Technology
• Healthcare/Pharmaceutical

Having worked with a multitude of the world’s largest clients, GDKN has gained significant expertise in providing staffing solutions which are specifically targeted to meet our client’s unique needs with a highly innovative tactical and strategic approach and extensive capabilities for scalability and flexibility.

Our staffing solutions focus on every detailed aspect of a business and ensure that you have the perfect talent for your critical business needs. We keep adapting and expanding to ensure that we always surpass our client’s expectations.

Our staffing solutions division has access to an unparalleled pool of candidates from which our dedicated team rigorously screen and evaluate to ensure ideal human resources are identified for our client’s unique needs. Our dedicated team is the group of certified experts many of which have years of experience in their related field of expertise.

We do not just focus on finding the perfect talent for our clients; we allow them to focus on growing their business and achieving their goals by ensuring that we adhere to the strictest labor compliance standards.

Our activities are compliant with the laws prevailing in the countries and municipalities we do business in and our team of labor law experts ensures that your organization is compliant with all current applicable labor regulations. Labor Law Compliance Management is an important component of our business which we continue to keep as a top priority.

With over 20 years in the staffing industry, highly customizable staffing solutions, unparalleled sourcing methodology and global capabilities, we are uniquely equipped to identify the right talent for your organization. GDKN will provide your organization with the flexibility to staff up or down, depending on your business needs.

Job Description

Questions:

1. **Question:** Can you describe your experience with electric generator or motor design, specifically in relation to aerospace applications?

2. **Question:** What software tools are you proficient in for analysis?

3. **Question:** How do you approach troubleshooting and root cause analysis in electric machine failures?

• We are seeking a skilled contractor to support the development of client  Electric Power Generators and Motors. 

• In this role, you will leverage your expertise as a mechanical engineer to assist the team with generators and electrical motors, focusing on testing, troubleshooting, and stress analysis.

•  A strong understanding of electrical generators and motors is essential. 

• You will be responsible for a variety of engineering support tasks, including data identification and processing, technical documentation, and program or project support. 

• Additionally, you will lead small project subtask teams to ensure compliance and timely completion of tasks. 

• You will also plan cross-functional activities to enhance work processes and procedures while mentoring lower-level employees.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Lead the engineering efforts in the development of electric generators and motors utilized in the aerospace industry

• Coordinate the design of electric motors and generators, applying expertise in electromagnetic analysis, magnetic principles, stator and rotor design, component selection, electric machine manufacturing processes, and testing to develop and qualify products

• Serve as the focal point for system-level integration of the machines into larger systems, collaborating with both internal client teams and customers.

• Act as the primary communication liaison for customers regarding technical inquiries

• Oversee Validation and Verification Activities for electric generators and motors, including the creation of compliance matrices and verification methodologies.

• Develop comprehensive plans for research, development, and qualification testing related to electric machine development programs

• Contribute to new business proposal activities

• Support Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities for fielded products

**Experience**

• Proven experience in the design of electric motors and generators, with specific expertise in permanent magnet, induction, and synchronous wound field machines

• Proficient in electric machine design software tools (Motor-CAD, SPEED, etc.)

• Expertise in magnetic Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software tools (ANSYS Maxwell, Siemens MagNet, JMAG, etc.)

• Skilled in using MATLAB for calculating electric machine performance and efficiency

• Experience in environmental test support, failure analysis, and production support

• Demonstrated ability to lead technical efforts for development programs

• Strong capability to prepare requirements specifications, technical reports, proposals, trade studies, subassembly and parts levels, and presentations

• Familiarity with military and commercial aircraft specifications

• Knowledge of Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering

• 8-15 years of professional experience in engineering

Additional Information

We Value

• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Competence in conveying complex messages clearly, tailored to the topic and audience

• Self-motivated individuals who can work independently and take the initiative to accomplish tasks

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