Mechanical Engineer

mechanical engineer allendale, new jersey
job : 41636

large manufacturing plant in allendale nj is looking for a mechanical engineer. Looking for someone who has experience with new product launches or new product development. Ideally someone from a medical manufacturing company or metal manufacturing company.

this is 100% onsite

salary: $75k-$95k

day shift: typically work 40-60 hours a week

job type: full-time
salary: $75,000-$95,000/year

the development engineer is responsible for transforming customer concepts and designs into manufacturable products using sound engineering principles and a strong understanding of production processes.

this position will lead the engineering side of new product development, prototyping, new product introduction (npi), process development, and product transition from r&d into production
. The development engineer will also serve as a primary technical resource for customers and internal manufacturing teams.

• develop new products and prototypes in collaboration with customers.

• lead engineering activities for new product introduction (npi) projects.

• translate customer concepts and designs into manufacturable products and processes
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• develop and validate manufacturing processes required to support new products.

• support the transition of products from r&d and prototype stages into full production
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• review engineering drawings, specifications, dimensions, and tolerances
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• provide design for manufacturability (dfm) feedback and technical recommendations to customers.

• perform data analysis and prepare capability studies, engineering reports, and technical presentations
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• ensure products and processes comply with customer-driven quality requirements and specifications
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• research and develop process improvements to improve manufacturability, quality, efficiency, and profitability.

• collaborate with manufacturing, quality, production, r&d, sales, and other internal departments
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• serve as a primary technical resource for both internal teams and customers.

• create and deliver customer presentations for new products and engineering solutions.

• participate in customer technical meetings and on-site visits as required.

• attend and present at industry trade shows as needed.

• engage prospective customers and manage technical leads before, during, and after trade shows.

• bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline required
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• 2+ years of engineering experience
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• medical device industry experience preferred
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• experience with new product development, npi, prototyping, or manufacturing engineering strongly preferred.

• strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances, and manufacturing processes
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• experience translating product designs into manufacturable solutions
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• knowledge of process development, validation, and continuous improvement.

• ability to analyze engineering and manufacturing data and develop capability reports.

• multidisciplinary engineering background with knowledge across multiple engineering functions.

• strong project management and problem-solving abilities.

• excellent written, verbal, presentation, and customer-facing communication skills.

• ability to work effectively with employees at all levels, from production associates to executive management
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• ability to travel for customer visits and trade shows as required.

• manufacturing environment with occasional exposure to moving machinery, humidity, fumes, and airborne particles.

• ppe may be required in designated production areas.

• ability to stand, walk, reach, and work around manufacturing equipment as needed.

• ability to lift up to 50 lbs
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eligible after first day:

• paid holidays

• employee assistance program

eligible after 90-day probationary period:

• medical, dental, and vision insurance

• basic life and ad&d insurance

• voluntary term life and ad&d insurance

• health savings account (hsa)

• flexible spending account (fsa)

• dependent care account

• commuter transportation management account

• vacation time

• sick time

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