High School Diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in SolidWorks design software is essential.
Advanced skills in small machine design, with intermediate to advanced experience in medium and large machine design required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary for effective team collaboration.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and advanced knowledge of CAD techniques are required.
Intermediate understanding of metals and various materials is important for the design process.
Responsibilities
Manage time efficiently while improving work ethic and handling competing priorities effectively.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time project completion within budget constraints.
Encourage and practice safety-conscious design and build processes throughout projects.
Facilitate communication among team members, management, and customers regarding progress updates and potential issues.
Lead the design of medium to large machines, ensuring manufacturability and accuracy.
Produce technical drawings using SolidWorks based on a variety of inputs, including sketches and existing designs.
Provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced engineers on the team.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment focused on team success.
Opportunities for professional development and mentorship within the engineering team.
Engagement with cross-functional teams for diverse project experience.
Emphasis on safety-conscious practices which promotes a healthy work culture.
Full Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Manage time efficiently and continually improve personal work ethic.
Effectively handle competing priorities with guidance of team leadership.
Practice and encourage safety-conscious build processes.
Work cooperatively and jointly within a team to provide quality products.
Maintain a positive attitude toward customers and team members.
Work with cross-functional team to complete projects on time while meeting planned budget.
Communicate with team members, management, and customers regarding job progress and identify potential issues.
Understanding of machine design theory and make accurate calculations.
Practice and encourage safety-conscious design processes.
Provide guidance to less experienced engineers on the team.
Collaborate with team leaders and management in project decision-making.
Complete simulations and risk assessments as assigned.
Provide designs that are manufacturable, accurate, meet project scope, and will work with departments in the plant to ensure work conveys correct information and is error free.
Develop bills of material.
Lead design of medium to large sized machines.
Use SolidWorks software to produce drawings from sketches, existing drawings, images, & other forms of communication.
Apply standard drafting/design principles and theories to complete assignments.
Work closely with Design Manager & Engineers to ensure a coordinated design.
Draft engineering notes, specifications, rough sketches and formalizes them into working drawings.
Utilize technical manuals to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable standards and codes.
May perform other duties as assigned or required.
Qualifications & Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Mechatronics or similar engineering track.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in SolidWorks design software.
Advanced proficiency in small machine design.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in medium and large machine design.
Intermediate to advanced written and verbal communication skills.
Must have advanced knowledge in advanced CAD techniques.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Intermediate knowledge of metals and varied materials
Physical Requirements
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The position requires frequent lifting, pushing and pulling objects that are 25lbs or heavier.
