Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Essential Functions:
- Plan, conceptualize, and create mechanical designs for new and existing products.
- Prepare component and system drawings (layouts, assemblies, installation drawings).
- Working in a structured release environment composing of new releases and engineering change notices (ECN).
- Perform and review engineering calculations to support the project design. Check drawings for completeness and provide feedback.
- Collaborate with all machine system development groups in engineering within the company and work with vendors and/or contractors.
- Participate in departmental meetings.
- Providing technical specifications and reports.
- Communicate with the Chief Engineer any updates, new ideas, changes, or issues.
- Prepare component and system drawings (layouts, assemblies, installation drawings).
- Component & system drafting, properly annotating drawings with dimensions, surface finishes, welds (AWS D14.1 or D1.1), and tolerance fits for manufacturing and machine assemblies.
- Perform and review engineering calculations to support the project design. Check drawings for completeness and provide feedback.
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
- Able to work in a structured 3-D environment. 2-D design environment a plus.
- Self-motivated, work in a team environment and the ability to work with some supervision.
- Detailed oriented and able to follow customers’ specifications, industry codes and standards.
- Knowledge in reviewing codes and standards compliance.
- Understanding bill-of-materials within both drawings and within an ERP system.
- Strong leadership skills with the proven ability to drive projects to completion.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Knowledge of basic machine design and operation. Industry knowledge in machinery operation and welding.
- Working knowledge of computer Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Strong CAD skills drawing software 3-D & 2-D. Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD and SolidWorks a plus.
- Strong ability to manage multiple projects at a time.
- Ability to work with a cross functional team and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, outside suppliers, and management.
- Ability to influence others, regardless of position power or organizational boundaries; ability to hold others accountable.