Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

**Mechanical Design Engineer**

The Mechanical Designer Engineer is a member of the Mechanical Engineering Team designing sealing solutions for rotating machinery for food and other industries.

**Summary:**
This position will focus on seal-related research and development, as well as testing. May require extra hours for testing if necessary. The role will also be to support our engineering team in the creation and release of product drawings and related engineering documentation as needed.

This position reports to the Chief designer – Mechanical.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Carry out research and development, as well as testing activities related to seals. This includes authoring and planning test programs and assisting in the evaluation of prototypes testing data.
* Completes the creation of design layouts, assembly drawings and detail drawings of sealing products and assemblies.
* Experience creating detailed engineering/product drawings for manufactured mechanical components, including bill of materials generation
* Working knowledge of ASME Y14 dimensioning and tolerancing standards, including GD&T
* Organizational and follow-up skills. Self-starter
* Thoroughness / attention to detail
* Computer skills (Windows, MS Office, email, previous SharePoint / database experience preferred)
* Initiates engineering changes and completes design drawings to suit engineering changes.
* Participates in determining dimensions/specifications necessary on drawings.
* Participates in the design of cost-effective products with adherence to applicable industry and customer standards/specifications.
* Participates in investigations related to product design and maintenance.
* Performs review of engineering drawings and supporting documents for adherence to drafting standards.
* Performs engineering load calculations.
* Develop and test models of alternate designs or processing methods to achieve better product sealing capability.
* Research and report to management on potential design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
* Develop structural design of products using Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
* Selects material based on application; may coordinate procurement.
* Interacts with customers to understand their problems and design suitable solutions under guidance of Chief designer and Engineering manager.

**Required Knowledge / Skills, Education, and Experience:**

Education: BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering

· Good, demonstrated work experience in rotating machinery or seals are valued highly.

· Strong computer skills and hands on knowledge of 3D modeling software.

* Proficient in SolidWorks; AutoCAD experience is not sufficient. We work in a SOLIDWORKS design environment.
* Self-motivated. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Excellent organizational skills, ability to handle different projects simultaneously.
* Good affinity for the understanding of the physics and mechanical aspects of a product and its application.
* Good written and verbal communication skills. The ability to work and communicate effectively.
* English fluency desired. Will be required to answer technical customer questions over the phone.

**Physical Demands:**

* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

**NOTE**:

· This is a full-time position. No remote work allowed. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

· Will accept CPT/OPT candidates and sponsor H1B Visa for suitable candidates. Students are welcome.

**Need :** Immediate.

**Other Duties:**

* Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 – $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance

Schedule:

* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday

Education:

* Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Work Location: In person