Mechanical Engineer

Location: Irwin

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will perform a wide range of technical duties focused on the mechanical design and drafting of customer-specific capital equipment orders. This role includes designing tooling fixtures for advanced manufacturing technologies, creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs), and supporting cross-functional business areas such as purchasing and aftermarket operations. The engineer will play a key role in machine start-up, troubleshooting, and standardization initiatives across global product families.

Responsibilities

+ Design custom capital equipment and machinery using Solid Works and Pro/Engineer (Creo), ensuring designs meet customer specifications and performance requirements.

+ Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for mechanical components and assemblies, using Solid Works, Pro/Engineer, and AutoCAD.

+ Develop, maintain, and update accurate change logs and issue logs throughout the machine build process, following the company Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process to correct and improve designs.

+ Support capital equipment machine start-up and debug activities, including troubleshooting mechanical issues during all phases of the build.

+ Convert standard machine designs between Solid Works and Pro/Engineer to support various projects and product platforms.

+ Collaborate closely with purchasing by communicating with vendors to ensure designs are manufactured efficiently and cost-effectively, providing technical details and clarifications as needed.

+ Safely maintain and manage machine designs while working with proprietary and confidential data, adhering to all relevant procedures and guidelines.

+ Design tooling fixtures for various advanced manufacturing technologies, ensuring functionality, safety, and alignment with customer requirements.

+ Coordinate with project management to ensure all customer expectations and specifications are thoroughly considered and incorporated during the design phase.

+ Maintain accurate records and documentation for all tooling designs, including revisions and updates.

+ Work with global engineering teammates on special projects to improve the design and fabrication of machines built at different sites.

+ Review and analyze different product families to help establish more standard component lists and drive product standardization initiatives.

+ Create, maintain, and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) for machines and tooling, ensuring accuracy and completeness for manufacturing and aftermarket support.

+ Support aftermarket operations with technical information and design updates as needed.

+ Use Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, to prepare reports, documentation, and presentations related to design and project work.

+ Engage in cross-functional collaboration with teams such as project management, purchasing, manufacturing, and global engineering groups to ensure project success.

+ Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms to share design intent, project status, and technical information with internal and external stakeholders.

+ Manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, prioritizing work to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality results.

+ Apply critical thinking and disciplined problem-solving skills to analyze issues, develop practical solutions, and make sound engineering judgments.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience.

+ Minimum of five (5) years of 3D modeling experience using Solid Works and Pro-Engineer (Creo).

+ Minimum of five (5) years of 2D drafting experience with Solid Works, Pro-Engineer (Creo), and AutoCAD.

+ Strong mechanical design skills with experience in capital equipment or complex machinery.

+ Hands-on experience running machines and designing and assembling fixtures (preferred).

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

+ Good written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly.

+ Excellent organizational skills and the ability to effectively multi-task across multiple projects.

+ Knowledge of various fabrication processes, including machining, sheet metal, and welding.

+ Ability to utilize Solid Works and its features in a fast and efficient manner.

+ Demonstrated critical thinking and disciplined problem-solving capabilities.

+ Ability to work well in a group and team environment, including cross-functional collaboration.

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