Mechanical Design Engineer
247 Lynnfield Street Peabody, MA 01960 US
Job Description
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00 pm
Pay rate: Up to $80,000
Summary/Objective
Candidates to possess an understanding of power transmission products and associated components. A proficiency in CAD design and detailing using SolidWorks is required. Hands on assembly, test, and automation experience are a plus. Ability to function in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in collaboration on multiple task with other departments is required.
Essential Functions
- Design electromechanical/mechanical products and create manufacturing drawings, using SolidWorks, to Customer and Company specifications.
- Design assembly and test fixtures as required for manufacturing.
- Create test and assembly procedures and reports in collaboration with other departments to ensure customer requirements are met.
- Work with purchasing and manufacturing to source vendors for component purchases and create bills of materials.
- Written and verbal communication skills enabling a clear and accurate understanding when communicating with sales as well as directly with customers or vendors.
- Manage multiple everyday engineering tasks effectively.
- Work with relevant departments (i.e. Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Assembly, etc.) to evaluate Deficiency Reports and suggest actions. When necessary prepare Deviation or Change Requests for items requiring Customer approval.
Competencies
- Mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrate design creativity and pragmatic problem-solving skills with the ability to design for manufacturing ease and cost in mind.
- SolidWorks knowledge required with an understanding of GD&T with an understanding of manufacturing and inspection capabilities and limitations.
- Sound computer skills (Microsoft Office, ERP, etc.).
- Ability to generate accurate reports to clearly document and communicate findings.
- Familiarity with engineering documentation control practices.
- Basic knowledge of mechanical power transmission and motion control components and associated calculations.
- Ability to work across teams and communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, and partners in a professional and cooperative manner.
- Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks in an accurate, timely, and organized fashion.
- Willingness to work on and take on responsibility of various aspects of projects.
- Understanding of and appreciation for the importance of customer satisfaction.
- Hands on experience in assembly and or machining is a plus.
- Ability to use calipers and micrometers. Familiarity with other inspection tools and methods and the ability to interpret inspection reports (CMM, FAIR, etc.) is a plus.
- Experience with various types of automated machinery is a plus
Required Education and Experience
- BS in Engineering is required. MS preferred.
- 2-8 years of relevant experience.
- Certification in SolidWorks a plus.
- Certification in GD&T a plus.
Meet Your Recruiter
Brad Schulte
Staffing Consultant
Brad has been in the staffing industry for "far longer than he would like to admit.” Brad brings over 20 years of sales, operations, management and recruiting experience and industry knowledge to Schulte Staffing. Brad offers career counseling and resume reviews for our candidates in addition to providing guidance on customized client staffing programs. When Brad is not offering career advice to our candidates, he is "offering" advice to his five children. Brad coordinates an annual family turkey drive feeding 50 local families a complete Thanksgiving dinner. He enjoys his beloved Red Sox, cooking and taking day trips along the coast.