Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Company:
Norris Cylinder Company

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Location:

4818 W. Loop 281, Longview, TX 75603 USA

Workplace Type:
On-site

Employment Type:

Salaried | Full-Time

Function:
Engineering

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Job Summary:

Research, plan, and design mechanical, hydraulic and other automated equipment used in the manufacturing process of forged steel, high pressure gas cylinders. Direct and coordinate activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of machine design and material handling systems by performing the following duties.

• Designs machinery and material handling systems powered by pneumatics, hydraulics, electro‑mechanical, rotary or other power transmission means to improve processes which reduce cycle time, material and tooling consumption, scrap, and extra processing steps.
• Produces detailed assembly and part prints on Solid Works.
• Evaluates manufacturing processes by conducting research, conferring with equipment vendors and various suppliers, and soliciting observations from operators while considering cost, quality, safety, delivery, and production capabilities.
• Directs and coordinates fabrication and installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design specifications.
• Manages and prioritizes multiple project timelines.
• Manages large capital projects inclusive of writing requests for appropriation of funds, preparing timelines, coordinating production downtime and managing capital expense budget.
• Employs proper Design of Experiment and statistical techniques to identify cause and effect of various production or engineering design deficiencies.
• Evaluates existing production equipment and recommends design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
• Interfaces with Electrical Engineer to establish appropriate PLC control of automated equipment.
• Creates and maintains accurate documentation of drawings, design concepts, process sheets, procedures, and concepts in accordance with the Norris ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.

Education and

Work Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other related technical fields.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in heavy industrial machine design in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 3 years' project management experience.

Skills:

• High mechanical aptitude.
• In‑depth understanding and ability to execute manufacturing methods and processes.
• High proficiency in modeling and drafting with Solid Works.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Lean Manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in MS Office. Specifically, ability to utilize Microsoft Excel for design analysis, productivity analysis, statistical graphing of DOE results and ROI calculations.
• Proficient with inspection instruments such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures, etc.
• Ability to initiate and support change to the organization.
• Ability to interact with all levels of management at the local and corporate levels.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and complete work in a timely manner in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Solid communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, cooperative, and positive behavior.
• Familiarity with GD&T is preferred.
• Familiarity with servo and motion control is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the mental ability to read and comprehend policies, procedures, instructions, etc., to write reports, to use logic and data to solve problems, to assess needs, to communicate effectively, and varying degrees of independence, judgment, and discretion. This position requires the physical ability to be mobile in an office and industrial environment, to be able to physically access maintenance locations of various equipment.

This could include elevated platforms, tight spaces, and near or on equipment. This position also requires the physical ability to finger and grasp materials, to speak effectively, and to listen with intent. Reasonable accommodation may be given to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.

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