Mechanical Engineer III
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Job Location:
Newton, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Job Summary
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to serve as a Cable/Ribbon Assembly Equipment Capability Engineer supporting high volume cable manufacturing operations. This role is highly technical and focused on equipment capability mechanical performance and process robustness for cable assembly lines. The engineer will be responsible for driving equipment performance improvements ensuring process capability and supporting new equipment introduction and line expansions.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Capability & Performance
* Own mechanical capability of cable/ribbon assembly equipment
* Establish and maintain equipment capability metrics (OEE Cp/Cpk uptime scrap yield)
* Lead mechanical capability studies line balancing and throughput optimization efforts
* Identify mechanical constraints impacting line speed tension stability concentricity and dimensional control
Mechanical Engineering & Design
* Design modify and optimize tooling fixturing guides rollers payoff systems and tension control mechanisms
* Develop detailed 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for equipment upgrades and custom tooling
* Perform engineering calculations related to tension torque inertia thermal effects and material deformation
* Support equipment retrofits and modernization projects
Manufacturing Support & Troubleshooting
* Provide hands on technical support during production trials and equipment start ups
* Perform structured root cause analysis (mechanical process interface issues) and implement corrective actions
* Collaborate with process controls maintenance and quality teams to resolve chronic equipment issues
* Support development and execution of FAT/SAT IQ/OQ/PQ and line acceptance criteria
New Equipment & Supplier Interface
* Define mechanical requirements and performance specifications for new cable assembly equipment
* Work directly with OEMs and system integrators on equipment design build and acceptance
* Review vendor drawings layouts and design proposals for compliance with performance and safety requirements
Documentation & Standards
* Create and maintain mechanical documentation including equipment specifications PM standards and change records
* Ensure compliance with applicable safety ergonomic and manufacturing standards
* Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to serve as a Cable/Ribbon Assembly Equipment Capability Engineer supporting high volume cable manufacturing operations. This role is highly technical and focused on equipment capability mechanical performance and process robustness for cable assembly lines. The engineer will be responsible for driving equipment performance improvements ensuring process capability and supporting new equipment introduction and line expansions.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Capability & Performance
* Own mechanical capability of cable/ribbon assembly equipment
* Establish and maintain equipment capability metrics (OEE Cp/Cpk uptime scrap yield)
* Lead mechanical capability studies line balancing and throughput optimization efforts
* Identify mechanical constraints impacting line speed tension stability concentricity and dimensional control
Mechanical Engineering & Design
* Design modify and optimize tooling fixturing guides rollers payoff systems and tension control mechanisms
* Develop detailed 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for equipment upgrades and custom tooling
* Perform engineering calculations related to tension torque inertia thermal effects and material deformation
* Support equipment retrofits and modernization projects
Manufacturing Support & Troubleshooting
* Provide hands on technical support during production trials and equipment start ups
* Perform structured root cause analysis (mechanical process interface issues) and implement corrective actions
* Collaborate with process controls maintenance and quality teams to resolve chronic equipment issues
* Support development and execution of FAT/SAT IQ/OQ/PQ and line acceptance criteria
New Equipment & Supplier Interface
* Define mechanical requirements and performance specifications for new cable assembly equipment
* Work directly with OEMs and system integrators on equipment design build and acceptance
* Review vendor drawings layouts and design proposals for compliance with performance and safety requirements
Documentation & Standards
* Create and maintain mechanical documentation including equipment specifications PM standards and change records
* Ensure compliance with applicable safety ergonomic and manufacturing standards
* Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Required Qualifications
* Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
* 3-6 years of experience in cable manufacturing or cable assembly equipment engineering
* Strong hands on experience with ribboning stranding extrusion shielding jacketing or armoring equipment
* Deep understanding of mechanical systems in continuous manufacturing environments
* Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks Creo AutoCAD or equivalent)
* Proficiency in data Analysis - JMP Excel Minitab
* Experience performing equipment capability analysis and production line optimization
* Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with ribbon cable manufacturing
* Knowledge of tension control systems dancer mechanisms capstans and servo driven equipment
* Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) Cp/Cpk analysis and OEE
* Working knowledge of PLC controlled machinery and electro mechanical interfaces
* Experience leading or supporting high speed cable line scale ups
* Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
Work Environment
* Manufacturing floor and equipment build/commissioning environments
* Significant hands on interaction with operating production lines
* May require extended on site presence during trials and ramp ups
* Occasional travel to supplier or sister manufacturing sites
* Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
* 3-6 years of experience in cable manufacturing or cable assembly equipment engineering
* Strong hands on experience with ribboning stranding extrusion shielding jacketing or armoring equipment
* Deep understanding of mechanical systems in continuous manufacturing environments
* Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks Creo AutoCAD or equivalent)
* Proficiency in data Analysis - JMP Excel Minitab
* Experience performing equipment capability analysis and production line optimization
* Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with ribbon cable manufacturing
* Knowledge of tension control systems dancer mechanisms capstans and servo driven equipment
* Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) Cp/Cpk analysis and OEE
* Working knowledge of PLC controlled machinery and electro mechanical interfaces
* Experience leading or supporting high speed cable line scale ups
* Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
Work Environment
* Manufacturing floor and equipment build/commissioning environments
* Significant hands on interaction with operating production lines
* May require extended on site presence during trials and ramp ups
* Occasional travel to supplier or sister manufacturing sites
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Mechanical Design
- System Design
- FEA
- ASME Codes & Standards
- CAD
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Creo
- SolidWorks
- Mechanical Engineering
- Autocad
- HVAC Design
- Autodesk Inventor
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