Overview
The Mechanical Engineer I is responsible for the design and support of new and existing products. This role will leverage the principles and cultural commitments of Sonny's Enterprise Excellence to build buy-in, conduct productive inquiry with and in support of our production team members, and engage in daily continuous improvement activities to support them.
Responsibilities
• Assist in the product design and development of mechanical systems and components.
• Participate in and support Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) activities; identify potential design-related failures and risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support the prototyping and structural and thermal testing and analysis of designs to validate functionality and ensure product performance.
• Assist in the planning and execution of Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize product design and testing.
• Analyze testing results and provide input for design modifications based on DFMEA and DOE outcomes.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to streamline production and integrate Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Automation (DFA) principles into the design process.
• Assist in root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts in alignment with APQP principles.
• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to create 3D models and engineering drawings.
• Prepare and maintain accurate engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Assist in the development of product manuals and technical reports, integrating DFMEA insights.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, industry standards, and quality requirements in design work.
• Stay informed about industry best practices, especially in DFMEA, APQP, DOE, DFM, and emerging technologies.
• Engage in training and development programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams (manufacturing, research and development, and quality assurance) throughout the design process.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Bachelors' degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline required.
• 2-3 years of experience in engineering internship preferred.
• Strong academic record with a passion for mechanical design.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and CAD tools.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Auto CAD) a plus.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new engineering challenges.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, MS Outlook and Internet Explorer.
• Office Equipment and CRM/SAP System.
• SolidWorks and AutoCAD software systems.
The pay for this position is dependent upon experience, between $72,072.00 and $97,482.00.
We offer a 100% employer-paid medical plan for eligible employees. In addition, the Company provides employer-paid Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage.
Employees and their eligible family members may also elect from a variety of voluntary, employee-paid benefit options, including additional medical plan choices, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), Long-Term Disability (LTD), life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a Company matching contribution.
