Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

This position provides design efforts from inception through production, both in new product design and in existing product redesign.

• Review customer source control drawings, specification control drawings, and other applicable specifications to determine the requirements and/or feasibility of the component.
• Perform all necessary calculations, such as stress analysis, performance analysis, pressure drop and flow analysis, etc., as required.
• Develop 3D modeled designs with supporting documentation including drawings, BOMs, and other associated data to support manufacturing processes.
• Prepare preliminary design proposal(s).
• Interact with production personnel to define and solve manufacturing/design issues and implement cost-reduction ideas regarding company products.
• Perform liaison between engineering and all manufacturing operations for related issues, problems, or improvements.
• Define problem areas and implement product improvements based on customer repair/rejection concerns.
• Participate in engineering and general design review as required.
• Refine and complete designs after design review meetings.
• Prepare proposal documentation.
• Prepare technical data such as qualification test procedures, acceptance test procedures, reports, component maintenance manuals, etc.
• Interact with customers on engineering design to meet customer specifications and support answering any questions/problems they may have.
• Interact with vendors concerning parts they supply or propose to supply to the company.
• Coordinate as required with internal groups, including purchasing, quality control, sales, production, accounting personnel, metal finishing, and assembly.
• Advise Supervisor of work status, workload, problems, and progress related to work assignments.
• Consistently adhere to assigned work schedule, ensuring punctuality and reliability.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

• Mathematical skills, including advanced calculus, statistics, and other math subjects to analyze and design.
• Creativity in working with design problems.
• Technical skills include Solid Works, Draft Sight
• BOM Management
• Experience in 3D Modeling.
• Analytical thinking to identify problems, troubleshoot, and develop design solutions.
• Time Management to prioritize tasks, make and adhere to deadlines, and create timelines for completion.
• Communication to listen, process, and understand design requests and explain technical matters.
• Teamwork to collaborate with other engineers, draftsmen, and manufacturing employees.
• Ability to work independently on projects from start to finish.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Compliance with all safety rules and guidelines.
• A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a positive team attitude.

• Four or more years of related experience and/or training preferred, not required
• Experience in designing for a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Job offers are contingent upon passing a drug screen.