Position:We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer at our South Chesterfield, VA location.
The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the mechanical design of system components, and standard and custom machine design. This includes responsibility for the master layout and all aspects of the mechanical design, working with and coordinating other mechanical engineers on projects, controls, and software engineers to make sure the design meets performance, budget, and timeline requirements.
Duties include but are not limited to:- Responsible for the mechanical design of systems from concept through acceptance testing.
- Responsible for master layout and all aspects of the mechanical design, working with and coordinating other mechanical engineers on the project, controls, and software engineers to make sure the design meets performance, budget, and timeline requirements.
- Works closely with the entire Mechanical Engineering department.
- Cooperate closely with all other departments (Controls, Software, Purchasing, Fabrication, Applications, and Service).
- Help generate technical concepts, layouts, technical calculations, and cost calculations.
- Makes customer site visits as necessary to help solve field issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/ Experience & Qualifications:- Minimum of a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or a related program and 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment that involves robotic experience preferably in the packaging automation industry. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration
- Proficient in SolidWorks/PDM environments
- Master's degree preferred.
- Advanced knowledge in pneumatic systems, fabrication techniques, and materials
- Programming experience in either SQL, C#, C++, VBA, or Python preferred
- Demonstrated ability in machine design, preferred experience in the field of packaging/robotic machines required.
- Applicants must possess excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interact and work as a team with other mechanical engineers required.
- High awareness of client satisfaction level and client needs is a must.
- The successful candidate will be a strong problem solver with meticulous attention to detail.
At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
BPA offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. In addition, we offer a robust benefits package including a majority employer-paid employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability; 20 days' PTO during the first year of employment, as well as 401(k) with a 6% match after 1 year.
