Sr Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Creates custom application solutions for clients. Researches, designs, develops, and tests a variety of mechanical equipment and systems. Develops new or improved products, processes, equipment and/or technological methods.

Involved a variety of unique and custom design projects including developing and evaluating plans for major projects. Assesses feasibility of proposed applications, including researching and/or testing ideas. Provides leadership and instruction to less experienced staff members. Regularly meets and corresponds with clients, internal staff and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Works in a team environment to develop new product designs that meet customer requirements.• Conceptualizes, documents and designs systems and plans while remaining organized.• Coordinates and communicates work flow.• Develops test procedures and work instructions for products.• Designs test environments including test equipment, test software, and assembly of test stations and equipment.• Works with management on quality systems for manufacturing• Troubleshoots and resolves production and field problems associated with design.• Trains production technicians on proper testing procedures and processes• Create and present conceptual, preliminary and/or final design reports to customers

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years' experience in mechanical product design and development.

• Experience in all facets of mechanical engineering including Machine Design, Mechanical Engineering failure theory, and mechanical assemblies. • Experience working with hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic and/or bolting tools/solutions. • Experience in control and test equipment. • Working knowledge and understanding of manufacturing process (tools, fabrication, welding, materials, procurement, flow, etc.)• Understands fundamentals of GD&T as well as legacy print creation and interpretation.• Ability to communicate effectively with technical, non-technical staff, suppliers and customers.• Skilled at developing and maintaining cooperative relationships.• Computer literate: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, ability to create engineering programs using excel or other applications to aid design efforts.• Competent in 3D CAD software applications. IE Solidworks (preferred), Creo, Inventor, Solidedge, NX, Onshape etc.• Experience with automation hardware and software is desirable.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree (ABET accredited)• EIT certification or PE licensure is ideal but not mandatory

Other Essential Skills:• Able lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. • May involve some occasional weekend work.