Description

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

Qualifications

Skills

Required

• 3-D CAD: Intermediate

• Industrial Tooling: Some Knowledge

Behaviors

Required

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Required

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Education

Required

• High School Diploma or better

Preferred

• Technical Training or better in Engineering

• Associate Degree or better in Mechanical Engineering

• Bachelor of Science or better in Mechanical Engineering

Experience

Required

• Experience in machine design or relevant industrial experience.