Mechanical Engineer

Position Description: Mechanical Engineer

Reports To: Engineering Manager

Summary/Objective

This position is primarily responsible for processing the critical engineering tasks necessary to complete an engineering project/job. This typically includes all necessary tasks to document and process a complete piece of equipment through engineering including: project assessment (customer requirements), initial arrangement drawings for customer approval, concept design (customization, assembly drawings and general BOM creation), revision control, review and approval of all final drawings and BOM’s, submission of complete shop drawings and BOM’s to manufacturing, and support to manufacturing during the production process.

Duties also include sales support and customer technical support.

Essential Functions

• Fully document equipment; including design, drafting, component selection/evaluation, bills of material and revision control in accordance with sales proposal and customer specifications always employing sound engineering principles.
• Heads projects with limited supervision, from point of order to shipment. Responsible for drawings, BOM and customer correspondence and phone discussions regarding design matters.
• Prepares and modifies equipment operation manuals and spare part lists as necessary.
• Supports Manufacturing and Quality Control by providing documentation packages, assembly procedures and calibration instructions.
• Supports Field Service by providing technical information necessary to perform commissioning, repairs and calibrations.
• Supports the sales effort of the Company by providing engineering consultation during the development of proposals and quotations.
• As required, accompanies Sales to customer site(s) in order to provide engineering consultation and support during customer presentations.
• Reviews products for cost-effectiveness of design and material selection.
• Supports the Technical Group during product testing and evaluation.
• Aids in Lab testing of new process utilizing modified versions of the Company’s standard product line.
• Helps to design, create and overview engineering information databases, systems and procedures.
• Perform shop inspections of large equipment prior to shipment
• Assist with field service as needed; troubleshooting/repairing equipment

Required Education

• Minimum BS Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Required Experience

• Minimum 3 + years’ experience in mechanical design engineering in positions of increasing scope and responsibility.
• Experience in the design/engineer of industrial instruments and heavy industrial equipment.
• Experience in the design/engineer of power transmission systems, pneumatics and metal fabrication.

Required Skills

• Current and excellent knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and good presentation skills.
• Strong design and drafting skills using CAD (Solid Works and ACAD proficiency)
• Excellent follow-up and follow-through skills
• Analytical skills
• The ability to influence customers, vendors, peers and superiors within a technical arena.

Core Competencies

• Accountability
• Communication
• Knowledge/Experience
• Teamwork
• Operational Excellence

Supervisory Responsibility:
No

Work Environment: Generally, work is performed within a standard office environment with no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Occasionally, works in foundries which present hazards such as heat radiating from molten metal, respiratory effects from vapor and fumes, skin effects from contact with chemicals, slips, trips, falls, physical injuries from machinery, and noise.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work is generally sedentary in nature.

• Occasionally requires frequent standing, bending, carrying, stooping, and walking.
• Must be able to detect and comprehend small type and discern numbers.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to operate and use a computer and its office related applications and other office equipment.
• Must be able to read and hear.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.