The Position
This position is a member of the Engineering Department. The Mechanical Engineer 1 will report directly to the Mechanical Engineering Team Leader.
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
- Design new products or re-design existing products. Interfacing with customers to develop leading edge designs, cost effective manufacturing and excellent machine performance with oversight generally provided by Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer and/or Mechanical Project Team Leader of the Tire & Rubber Products Group.
- Utilize the most current design techniques and tools.
- Designs and BOM's must be accurate, the standard is zero defects.
- Design projects must be done in a timely manner.
- Designs must be in compliance with all safety requirements.
- Design within the specifications for the product being mindful of cost, manufacturability, reliability and service requirements.
- Assist in commissioning and debug of products.
- Assure product is "as designed", proper revision control.
- Review/approve all requests for changes.
- Assure proper documentation has been recorded.
- Assure product meets specifications.
- Maintain a working knowledge of machine process and operation.
- Work in a team environment.
- Active participant in team meetings, design reviews, machine reviews, kick-off meetings.
- Interact with other departments, including Manufacturing, TSS, Sales and Purchasing.
Job Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or technical degree and relevant experience in machine design or relevant industrial experience and proven performance.
Skills & Relevant Work Experience
- Computer skills must be excellent.
- AutoCAD and Solidworks experience preferred.
Travel Requirements: up to 25%
EOE M/F/D/V