Mechanical And Conveyors Engineer

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

Mechanical and Conveyors Engineer

Job Summary:

Our client in Troy, MI is looking for a Mechanical and Conveyors Engineer. This is a contract position.

What You Will Do:

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Mechanical and Conveyors Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the design, implementation, and optimization of mechanical systems and conveyor solutions within our automotive manufacturing plant, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and precision in our manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities:

• Prioritize safety above all to protect our team members, partners, and customers.

• Design, analyze, and optimize mechanical systems and conveyor solutions for BIW manufacturing processes.

• Develop and implement conveyor systems, including Power and Free, Friction Drive Conveyor, Vertical Drop Lifts, Fork Transfer, and other specialized conveyor technologies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand BIW design requirements and provide expertise on mechanical and conveyor system feasibility and optimization.

• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for proposed mechanical and conveyor projects, providing comprehensive recommendations for implementation.

• Work closely with product engineering and production teams to integrate innovative technologies, including conveyors, for process improvement.

• Provide technical support for troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of mechanical systems and conveyors.

• Collaborate with external suppliers to source, evaluate, and implement innovative mechanical and conveyor technologies.

What You Will Need:

Basics:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer with expertise in designing and optimizing conveyors for manufacturing processes.

• In-depth knowledge of conveyor systems, including Power and Free, Friction Drive Conveyor, Vertical Drop Lifts, Fork Transfer, and related technologies.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments.

• Experience with CAD software for mechanical system design and conveyor layout.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality in mechanical system and conveyor design.

• Experience with control system design, PLC programming, HMIs, and automation technologies, with proficiency in Rockwell/Allen Bradley systems, and interfacing with MES systems.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer with a focus on conveyor system design in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive industry.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus.

How You Will Be Successful:

• Envision the Future

• Communicate Honestly and Broadly

• Seek Technology and Business "First"

• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary

• Comprehensive Benefit Package

• 401(k) with matching contributions

• Paid Time Off

• Employee Discounts

• Free training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer's toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today's problems into tomorrow's opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit altair.com

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