Mechanical Design Engineer
Willoughby, OH (On-site)
Direct Hire
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Performs drafting (working closely with the draftsman) and mechanical design of machine components with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
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Collaborates effectively with other engineers and designers in a project environment.
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Participates in new design and modification projects.
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Ensures the accuracy of machine documentation for manufacturing release, including Bills of Material, Part Drawings, Assembly Drawings, and Orientation Drawings.
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Communicates with manufacturing and assembly teams to resolve conflicts, review designs, and incorporate suggestions for improvement.
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Works with the Technical Publications Department to maintain accurate technical information in customer manuals.
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Manages engineering projects by supervising installations and resolving design issues.
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Collaborates with production to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges, diagnose and disposition nonconforming parts and assemblies, ensuring on-time shipments to customers.
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Supports cross-functional team initiatives such as new product launches and various technical and non-technical problem-solving endeavors.
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Attends all design review meetings.
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Establishes realistic time standards for production and cost control of products.
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Provides mechanical build assistance in the assembly department when needed.
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Assists in reviewing the design of new products with engineering personnel, making recommendations to facilitate manufacturing.
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Recommends appropriate materials for customer applications, as needed.
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Supports Project Engineers, Program Managers, and other staff with information pertaining to pricing strategies and/or risk analysis.
Education:
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B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Previous Experience:
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Minimum of two (2) years of engineering experience in an equipment/manufacturing environment.
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Some customer contact experience preferred.
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Equipment troubleshooting experience is a plus.
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Must have some experience with component design.
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Must have experience with Solidworks.
Base salary:
$70,000/yr - $80,000/yr