Design Engineer - Quantum

To be part of a team responsible for designing, prototyping, testing, and assembling new rehab power chairs and seating systems, and improving upon existing products in accordance with the company’s procedures and protocols

• Design and analyze mechanical systems and assemblies including but not limited to high load structural systems, suspension systems, vehicle chassis, and other powered or manual positioning systems
• Develop, release, and revise mechanical drawings and 3D models
• Ensure designs’ safety, effectiveness, manufacturability, reliability, and Superior Product at Reduced Cost (SPARC) initiatives are met
• Perform inspections, verification and validation testing
• Meet and fulfill project timelines and budgets
• Assist in continuous improvement of design procedure and protocol to help drive design efficiency
• Travel to domestic and international contract manufacturers as needed for product launches
• Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents, incidents, or injuries are promptly reported to management
• Complete the annual CTPAT Security Training
• Focus on continuous improvement, and consistently demonstrate good business judgment
• Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations
• Pride retains the discretion to modify duties and/or assign other duties as necessary

Must be a creative team player, friendly, professional, detail-oriented and honest

Must have the ability to:

• Multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize in a fast-paced working environment
• Work as part of a multi-disciplined cross-functional team
• Use hand tools and standard power tools
• Read and comprehend work instructions
• Prepare and build prototypes
• Prepare and present summary reports
• Travel internationally at least twice a year for up to 2 weeks at a time

Must have:

• Relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as Solid Works or Creo
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Strong mechanical inclination

• Intermediate working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as Solid Works or Creo preferred
• Basic familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Solid Works Simulation preferred
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) preferred
• Basic familiarity with American National Standards Institute/Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (ANSI/RESNA), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards preferred
• Basic understanding of various manufacturing methods and their respective effects on component design preferred
• Basic understanding of Permanent Magnet DC motor theory and design preferred
• Basic understanding of Lean Principles preferred
• Basic working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Product Data Management (PDM) systems preferred
• Lift/Push/Pull 40 lbs. preferred

No experience required

• At least 1,000 hours or 1 year of equivalent experience in 3D solid modeling of mechanical components and assemblies along with 2D detail drawings preferred
• At least 1 year of hands‑on experience with machining, welding, and fabrication of mechanical assemblies preferred
• At least 1 year of hands‑on experience in the design, manufacturing, and assembly of fabricated mechanical components and systems preferred
• At least 1 year of experience utilizing GD&T preferred
• Current or previous successful employment experience with Pride Mobility Products Corporation preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical…