Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Engineering Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

 1.0  Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineer is a highly self-motivated individual whose responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Mechanical aspects of product design

· System integration: incorporation of mechanical designs with other design disciplines

· Working as part of a team to design new products and improve existing products

· Creating documentation to define and implement designs

· Interacting with customers to discuss project activities and address technical concerns

 

The Mechanical Engineer is expected to:

· Complete all work with a high level of workmanship and quality

· Perform all work activities in a manner that promotes integrity and trust

· Contribute to and maintain a respectful and collaborative work environment2.0  Job Responsibilities2.1  Project Team Participation

· Contribute on or lead technical teams (as requested) to design products and solutions to meet budget, schedule, and product performance goals

· Follow the procedures of the company's Quality System2.2  Product Design

· Create specifications, design documentation, and plans as required

· Design mechanical parts and assemblies to meet requirements defined in the product specification(s)

· Design mechanical parts and assemblies that are cost and labor efficient relative to production quantities

· Select appropriate materials and processes to meet product requirements and cost goals

· Perform trade studies as necessary for component, process, and supplier selection

· Create solid models using standard solid modeling tool (i.e., Solidworks®)

· Generate or oversee generation of necessary documentation to define manufacturing of parts and production of assemblies, i.e. blueprints, assembly drawings, bills of material

· Perform and document design substantiation activities as required, both analytical and empirical.  These activities may include and are not limited to:

o  Tolerance analyses to ensure proper fit and function of assemblies

o  Thermal studies or analyses

o  Stress analyses2.3  Product Development & Life Cycle Support

· Plan, perform, and document verification testing to demonstrate compliance to design requirements

· Plan, perform, and document validation testing to demonstrate compliance to product requirements

· Work with Production and Manufacturing Engineering to capture work instructions and assembly details on new and existing products

· Collaborate with Production and/or Manufacturing Engineering to define product builds and production test procedures

· Generate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) as necessary and attend ECO meetings when requested

· Review ECOs as requested, assess design and regulatory requirements compliance impacts

· Support internal teams (MRB, ECO, OBF, etc.)

· Review drawings and documentation for completeness and correctness before submittal to Document Control

· Provide assistance and guidance as necessary to Manufacturing Engineering and/or Production for:

o  Rework instruction definition

o  Quality control discrepancy report (QCDR) disposition

o  Root cause identification and corrective action definition2.4  Customer Interface

· Meet with customers as required; understand projects and concerns from customer’s perspective

· Provide inputs as requested to generate proposals and customer quotations

· Document telephone conversations and correspondence as required

· Assist in the process of customer complaint and field resolutions as requested2.5  Professional Skills & Development

· Maintain a working knowledge of the company's MRP system

· Maintain organized records of work products, design artifacts, and customer communications

· Stay current with the latest technology as it relates to the company's current and prospective products

· Attend tradeshows, seminars, and/or workshops as requested3.0  Physical Demands

· Ability to lift weights up to 15 lbs

· Sitting at a desk approximately 80% of the work day

· Working at a computer approximately 80% of the work day4.0  Work Environment

· Average room temperature and humidity

· Quiet conditions5.0  Qualifications

· Minimum of Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor degree preferred, or commensurate level of relevant experience

· Ability to interpret and generate mechanical drawings and bills of material

· Ability to perform mechanical design substantiations, both analytical and empirical

· Knowledge and understanding of materials, material compatibility, and manufacturing processes

· Working knowledge of and experience with solid modeling and CAD tools

· Ability to be a contributing member of a product design team

· Ability and desire to learn and utilize new technologies as they relate to mechanical design and manufacturing

· Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and respectfully with customers and suppliers

· Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and respectfully with individuals in engineering and all levels of personnel

· Positive outlook and demeanor