Mechanical Engineer

Electric Machinery Company, a division of WEG Electric Corp.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for execution of product design that specifies “what” is required (materials, tolerances, limits, etc.) on the product line documentation, including motors, generators and magnetic drives. Supports customer orders from the proposal phase through the design, development, manufacturing, testing, and field service/aftermarket phases. Works in a team environment to ensure collaboration and sharing of best mechanical engineering practices within the company.

• Develops and maintains Design Standards to govern conventional and computerized mechanical design analysis methods, and facilitates the design process reducing lead times.
• Actively manages project plans for product development consistent with the overall company strategic plan, driving them to completion.
• Provides input to management for financial planning, capital planning, and product development.
• May supervise work activities of engineers, drafters, and other support personnel assigned to the project. Orients, motivates, defines design objectives and delegates work.
• Reviews customer specifications and offers technical advice. Visits customer sites to determine how best to apply machine design technology and improve machine performance.
• Directs standardized models that substantially reduce design cost and time for products and systems.
• Provides technical and engineering support to other departments.

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required; machine design emphasis preferred.
• Minimum of 2–3+ years’ experience in design or development of large motors and/or generators, or equivalent product complexity.
• Proficient with Solid Works, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Strong mechanical structural analysis background, including thermal analysis using conventional and computerized methods (ANSYS, CFX).
• Demonstrated ability to understand, evaluate, and solve complex technical issues with guidance and support.
• Can communicate and interact effectively across all organization levels and with customers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Self‑starting, results‑oriented, flexible, and team player.
• Can coordinate and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Can lead and interact with teams to obtain consensus, and serve as an individual contributor.
• Efficiently and effectively manages completion of assignments through appropriate personnel.
• Able to adhere to a work schedule that may require travel, including domestic and international travel.

Physical ability to travel freely within manufacturing and office facilities, climb stairs, and move around shop machinery. Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds unassisted.

Salary: $70k to $80k, adjusted for experience. Full‑time position.

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