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Manhattan, NY

Generative AI (LLMs, prompt engineering, fine-tuning, RAG) * Agent development using frameworks ... This position is not available for independent contractors No applications will be considered if ...

Photon

Gen AI Engineer - NY

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Generative AI (LLMs, prompt engineering, fine-tuning, RAG) * Agent development using frameworks ... This position is not available for independent contractors No applications will be considered if ...

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What is the difference between Independent Contractor Rigging Engineer vs Rigging Supervisor?

AspectIndependent Contractor Rigging EngineerRigging Supervisor
CredentialsCertifications in rigging, safety, and engineering; relevant licensesExperience in rigging, safety certifications; often managerial certifications
Work EnvironmentProject sites, industrial facilities, construction sitesOn-site supervision, construction sites, industrial settings
Employer & Industry UsageFreelance/contract basis, oil & gas, construction, industrialCompany-employed, construction, maritime, industrial projects
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, certifications, project scopeSupervision, management, safety oversight

The Independent Contractor Rigging Engineer focuses on technical rigging tasks and project-specific engineering, often working independently or on a contract basis. In contrast, a Rigging Supervisor oversees rigging operations, manages teams, and ensures safety compliance on-site. Both roles require rigging certifications but differ mainly in scope, responsibility, and employment type.

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Mechanical Engineer II - Contractor

Mechanical Engineer II - Contractor

Medvacon Life Sciences LLC

Wayne, NJ • On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

This is a temporary 6-month contracted W2 position.
The pay range for this position is $40-$45/hr (depending on experience)
  • Interprets customer specifications to define requirements for mechanical designs.
  • Performs first principal analysis related to appropriate aspects of mechanical design.
  • Applies the 3D CAD system to create mechanical design and drawings.
  • Develops detailed fabrication and assembly drawings and performs tolerance analysis.
  • Develop prototypes for design evaluation.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve design & processing issues.
  • Contributes to details of design documentation using electronic documentation systems.
  • Collects, analyzes and interprets data to propose recommendations.
  • Develops & execute design verification protocols and technical reports.
  • Work with internal and external resources on fabrication, inspection, and testing of new product parts and assemblies.
  • Develop & debug prototype tooling / equipment and processes.
  • Develop test methods and fixtures.
  • Formulate plans & methods to accomplish assignments with appropriate oversight.
  • Works independently and prioritizes assigned tasks with guidance.
  • Contribute to project planning activities.
  • Train technicians and operators on new process techniques.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Design for Manufacturability and Assembly, DFM&A (cost/tooling/process considerations), preferably using SolidWorks CAD software.
  • Understanding in design and development of injection molded plastic, plastic extrusion, casting, sheet metal, metal stampings, additive manufacturing processes, and machined metal components, and assemblies with high part counts highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of mechanical design and development using metric ANSI/ISO dimensioning and drafting standards highly desirable.
  • Understanding of GD&T, mechanical measurement and testing equip., and statistical analysis of test data.
  • Experience with electronic document control systems in medical device and/or medical equipment design and development.
  • Highly skilled at analytical reasoning, mechanism design, creative problem solving, and mathematical analysis.
  • Ability to create and meet scheduled timelines (manage and coordinate tasks as required).
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Competent in use of Microsoft Office tools.
  • Ability to operate test equipment such as various pressure and flow measurement equipment, temperature/humidity chambers, PC-based data recorders, simulators, DVM's and oscilloscopes.
  • Familiarity and the ability to operate basic shop equipment such as hand tools, a drill, and Dremel.
  • Understand & interpret simple wiring diagrams.
  • Familiarity with Agile Scrum & Waterfall project planning methods.

Minimum Requirements
  • BS in engineering discipline, mechanical preferred.
  • Minimum 2-4 years related experience, or an MS and less than one year experience.
  • Experience with a solid modeling CAD program, preferably Solidworks.
  • Experience in medical equipment / device design with experience in electromechanical, electro-pneumatic, and/or blood pumping equipment development.
  • Knowledge in medical device industry regulations and practices - ISO 13485, ISO 7198 & GMP.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, MS Office applications, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Experience with Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Project preferred.
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