Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer Position Summary

Design, test, and troubleshoot new solutions and improvements for an innovative line of rotating electrical connectors for customers’ unique needs worldwide. This position interacts with fellow engineers, sales, and manufacturing groups within the company to develop rotary electrical connectors and solutions that meet the unique requirements of different industries, environments, and specifications.

• Design, develop, and test custom rotary electrical connectors from concept to production.
• Have direct involvement in creating test criteria and setups for new prototypes and designs, mechanical and electrical in nature.
• Develop work instructions and other supporting documentation for manufacturing and production teams.
• Using Solidworks - Create drawings and supporting information for the purpose of conveying the design intent and functionality.
• Have a fundamental understanding and be deeply involved with all aspects of design, manufacturing, assembly, first-article qualification, production, and functionality within the ERP.
• Maintain the schedules and forward momentum of large and small projects, in order to meet customer and market-driven demands.
• Work with machine shops and other vendors in order to optimize design manufacturability and meet deadlines.
• Be an instrumental part of a cohesive electrical and mechanical engineering team to collaboratively work on developing new products, troubleshooting problems, and achieving performance, reliability, and cost improvements.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, or closely-related field

• Experience driven and competitive

• 4+ Years of experience as a mechanical engineer or related position
• Exceptional 2D and 3D CAD experience with Solidworks
• Build and troubleshoot prototypes, including machining and modifying parts
• Experience with complex multi-part assemblies and tight-tolerance parts
• Experience with manufacturing, machine shop practices, tolerances, and other production processes
• Familiarity with documentation control and revision histories
• Solid working knowledge of Google Suite and other computer skills
• Ability to pass a drug and background screening

• Experience using rotary seals, O-rings, bearings, and other rotating mechanical devices
• Experience with Arduino and/or Python programming
• Experience designing and executing product tests, product validation, and/or HALT testing
• History of using chemistry knowledge that applies to material interaction
• Knowledge and understanding of ISO, CE, UL, IEC and other certifications
• Ability to measure and analyze tolerance-critical components and familiarity with GD&T
• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles
• Ability to realize and aid in solving production / manufacturing related issues
• Experience with machining (lathes, mills, etc.)
• Familiarity with materials selection and qualification

Full-time

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply