Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred
3+ years of relevant experience including internships or co-ops
Proficient in 3D modeling, with Solidworks experience being a plus
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Ability to design and communicate experimental results
Organized with a deadline-focused approach
Excellent team player with communication skills
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain 3D models, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Conduct and analyze experiments to validate product performance
Apply mechanical engineering principles to meet customer requirements
Create products that support robotic and cobotic assembly
Document and present findings and design decisions
Benefits
401(k) plan with 5% Safe Harbor Contribution by Hellbender
100% of health, dental, and vision insurance premiums covered for employees and their families
Generous PTO policy offering 7.5 weeks total paid time off
Profit Sharing opportunities through 401(k) plan
Hybrid work environment with a flexible schedule
Focus on internal promotions and career advancement opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Hellbender, you will have a key role in developing new products, including cameras and robotic sensors, from the ground up. You will have the opportunity and responsibility to generate innovative solutions to address unique issues on a wide variety of projects. You will aid in projects at various stages of the product design cycle: requirements composition; component selection trade studies and testing; prototype design, assembly, debugging, and documentation; design requirements verification and validation; retooling product designs for production volumes; and cobotic assembly workflow and tooling design.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop, prepare, and maintain 3D part and assembly models, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Design, conduct, analyze, document, and present the results of experiments which determine and/or validate the performance of individual components, subassemblies, and full systems
Apply practical mechanical engineering principles and techniques to create products that meet our customers' requirements on their timeline
Utilize and expand our suite of design approaches and custom tooling to create products capable of robotic and cobotic assembly
Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes:
Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred
3+ years of experience consisting of full-time employment, internships, and co-op programs
Proficient in 3D modeling (Solidworks experience a plus)
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Ability to design, implement, and communicate the results of experiments
Ability to read, understand, and create technical drawings and material
Organized & able to work towards deadlines
Curious; driven; interested in the way things work; excited to approach new problems
Excellent team player with strong communication skills (written and verbal) is essential
Compensation:
This will be a salaried, exempt position. Compensation to be discussed relative to experience and abilities. This position will be open to the company yearly bonus and retirement savings programs.
Benefits:
401(k)
5% Safe Harbor Contribution to 401k by Hellbender
100% of Health, Dental, and Vision insurance premiums for employees and their families paid by Hellbender
7.5 weeks total Paid time off
Profit Sharing (through 401k)
Hybrid work environment & flexible work schedule
Work Location: UPARC Pittsburgh
Opportunity for advancement:
Hellbender is a growing business and follows a policy that prioritizes internal promotions. As new positions are created new opportunities for advancement will be created as well.
