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DuPont Associate Investigator - Mechanical Design Engineer in Wilmington, Delaware

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers (https://careers.dupont.com/us/en/whyjoinus)

The DuPont Electronics and Industrial business (E&I) is a world leader in the electronic materials and advanced printing markets. The E&I Leveraged R&D Applied Engineering Team provides a broad range of specialized mechanical and electrical engineering expertise to advance the execution of new product and application engineering programs and improve the performance of E&I manufacturing assets.

We are seeking an Associate Investigator-Mechanical Design Engineer with demonstrated experience in the design, development and integration of complex robotic (automated) machinery and industrial components.

JOB DESCRIPTION (functional responsibilities):

This role reports to the E&I Applied Engineering, Equipment Development Team Leader and provides engineering, design and integration support in a team specializing in the development of First-Of-A-Kind machinery and Application Engineering.

This role will require executing a wide range of technical tasks; Some specific responsibilities will include

  • Conceptual development of First-Of-A-Kind machinery and robotic systems

  • Rapid prototyping, testing and refinement of conceptual designs

  • Detailed design of mechanical systems and hardware

  • Precision assembly and testing of complex mechatronic systems

  • Documenting and presenting designs and project updates within the team and to customers

  • Management of multiple tasks - for multiple stakeholders - with frequent changes in scope and priority

  • Adhering to safety standards and procedures

  • Programming of automated equipment

Minimum Qualifications

  • AS in Mechanical Engineering (BS preferred)

  • 5+ years related design/engineering experience

  • Hands-on experience in the design, development and implementation of electro-mechanical products

  • Expertise in SolidWorks (preferred) or PTC Creo

  • 3D modeling of components and assemblies

  • 2D drawings for quote and fabrication

  • Experience with FDM additive manufacturing techniques, troubleshooting, material selection, and print optimization

  • Knowledge in the design and application of technologies used in machine design, such as

  • Pneumatic actuators and control circuits

  • Motion control systems and hardware

  • Power transmission technologies

  • Industrial sensors and feedback systems

  • Machine Vision, cameras and optics

  • Dynamic and static sealing technologies (o-rings, bellows, rotary feedthroughs, etc..)

  • Computer hardware, software and networking technologies

  • Experience in controls engineering, electrical design, and programming is a plus

  • Machine wiring

  • PLC / HMI / SCADA systems

  • Industrial Robotics

  • Ability to respectfully work in a culturally diverse environment

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On May 22, 2024, we announced a plan to separate our Electronics and Water businesses in a tax-free manner to its shareholders. On January 15, 2025, we announced that we are targeting November 1, 2025, for the completion of the intended separation of the Electronics business (the “Intended Electronics Separation”)*. We also announced that we would retain the Water business. We are committed to ensuring a smooth and successful separation process for the Future Electronics business. We look forward to welcoming new talent interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.

(1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing. _ _For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s announcement (http://www.dupont.com/news/dupont-announces-plan-to-separate-into-three-independent-publicly-traded-companies.html) .

DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information (http://www.dupont.com/global-links/accessibility.html) .

DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page (http://careers.dupont.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits) .

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