Mechanical Design Engineer

Purpose of the Position:

Use engineering principles to provide efficient solutions to the development of processes and products. Work on all stages of a product from research and development to design and manufacture through to installation and final commissioning also involved in the management of people and resources as well as the development and use of new materials and technologies.

Essential job functions:

• Developing engineering design BOM from the conceptual stage to the production stage
• Developing a project specification with colleagues often including those from other engineering disciplines.
• Developing testing and evaluating theoretical designs. Responsible for completion of component and product design within time financial and technical guidelines established with the detailed assistance and approval of the supervisor
• Discussing and solving complex problems with manufacturing departments sub-contractors suppliers and customers.
• Making sure a product can be made again reliably and will perform consistently in specified operating environments.
• Managing projects using engineering principles and techniques.
• Producing details of specifications and outline designs.
• Recommending modifications following prototype test results.
• Using research analytical conceptual and planning skills particularly mathematical modeling and computer-aided design.
• Considering the implications of issues such as cost safety and time constraints.
• Working with other professionals within and outside the engineering specialism.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of mechanical drafting standards and best practices.
• Highly developed skills with Pro-E 3D modeling software and intermediate skills with 2-D AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of FEA modeling is preferred but not a requirement
• Knowledge of engineering documentation drafting geometric dimensioning and tolerancing is preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of fabrication sheet metal design and manufacturing processes.
• Experienced with defining performing and analyzing structures through Finite Element Analysis.
• Ability to use hand measuring equipment.
• Ability to work hands-on when required is highly desirable
• BSME degree and at least 4 years of applicable ME design experience; or a Masters Degree and 3 years experience.
• Highly competent with PC hardware and software such as MS Office.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.

Required Experience:

IC