Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer Marlin Steel is a metal products company that sells wire, sheet metal, and machined products. We design, fixture, weld, and bend the highest quality wire baskets and sheet metal parts. We are located just outside Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and stand by our “American Made” philosophy with pride. We export products worldwide – Taiwan, Japan, Mexico, Canada and 30 other countries!

In this position, you will design innovative custom metal products and develop and implement manufacturing methods and processes. You will be responsible for developing cost-effective manufacturing routings and will eventually take a leadership role in equipment and tool selection. If you are a team-player, looking for an opportunity to work hard, solve problems, and gain unique insight into the rapidly changing world of American Manufacturing, apply today!

Essential Functions:

Product Design:
Design products based on customer requirements, sales input, and plant manufacturing capabilities.

CAD & Print Creation:
Use Autodesk Inventor to create detailed CAD models and production-ready prints.

Design for Manufacturing (DFM):
Support Sales and our Customers with DFM guidance.

Project Management:
Complete projects on time, based on the engineering and production schedules.

Product Validation:
Perform product inspections that adhere to quality standards set by Marlin Steel and/or clients.

Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve products or reduce costs, using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, and quality control standards

Competencies

Understanding of mechanical engineering principles

Computer aided design (CAD) software

Interpreting mechanical drawings, designs, and models

Production and processing – knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods

Mathematics and Physics Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Experience with Autodesk Inventor, Solid Works, or a comparable 3D modeling software

Flexibility and Ability to handle and prioritize several activities/projects at once Strong communication and collaboration skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Preferred Qualifications Experience in fabricated metal products

Cost analysis methods and project quoting

Problem solving, project management, and analytical skills

Ability to strategically think and analyze the needs of clients

Grace under pressure and the ability to switch gears at a moment’s notice

Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Exceptional planning, time management, and organizational skills

Work Environment Primarily office-based with production floor exposure. Use of PPE (safety-toe shoes, protective eyewear, etc.) is required.

Travel Minimal travel for customer or vendor site visits (0-15% of the time)
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