Responsibilities:

DESIGN ENGINEERING

• Create specifications, 2D/3D CAD, design calculations, drawings, BOMs within a PLM system.  Knowledge of machining and fabrication processes of various materials (metals, plastics etc.)

• Assure that designs are functional, safe, reliable, serviceable, manufacturable, cost effective, meet compliance requirements, and aesthetically and ergonomically correct.  Knowledge of product standards, safety, regulatory and legal requirements: CE, ASME

                ○ Industrial design (desirable)

• Perform engineering analysis to develop solutions involving basic structures, pneumatics, fastener joints, fluid engineering, stress analysis, heat transfer and thermal performance

                ○ Certified Fluid Power Pneumatic Engineer (desirable)

• Create layouts of product designs. Perform component and assembly tolerance reviews, assembly reviews, and functional reviews of machined, moulded, and fabricated parts.

• Develop and monitor prototype creation by ordering parts, requesting specific testing, assisting in building, and reviewing test results to ensure proper functioning

• Research materials and technologies for future design opportunities and usage and develop proposals for new or improved products 

BEHAVIORS

                • Analytical thinking

                • Strong Communication

                • Creativity

                • Detail oriented

                • Strong presenter

                • Foster/Lead Teamwork

                • Problem solver

                • Proactive and willing to take on new challenges

• Work effectively under pressure

Qualifications and Experience:

Education & Experience: 

·         Bachelor’s Degree Mechanical Engineering (or relevant technology), required.

·         One or more years’ experience in electro-mechanical control systems engineering or related field, required

·         Industrial design experience (desirable)

·         Certified Fluid Power Pneumatic Engineer (desirable)

·         Lean / Agile / Six Sigma product development knowledge

·         Proven ability to manage and establish relationships with external contractors and suppliers

Other:

·         Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

·         Working Conditions:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock when in the operations or laboratory areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high.

·         Travel: May be required to travel on occasion, may include international travel.

Disclaimer:  The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability