Mechanical Engineer
Description:
Job Description
The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for a range of activities related to the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of engineering projects in accordance with best engineering practices. The Mechanical Engineer is also responsible for improving and updating production prints, developing standard work instructions, reviewing the work of Designers and Drafters, and working closely with the production team to ensure the proper information is available for them to successfully complete their required tasks.
Essential Responsibilities
Evaluates, designs, and develops changes to plans for existing machines to improve designs, correct problems, or improve machine performance and quality
Runs engineering computations and stress analysis for components and structures
Creates standard work instructions that provide the production associates with a roadmap of how to meet production requirements effectively and efficiently
Develops and suggests product improvements
Researches components to determine the best quality and price
Assists in concept development of new machines or components according to best engineering practices
Reviews work of Designers/Drafters to ensure changes are structurally sound
Researches and understands competitor features and improvements
Interfaces with customers and dealers as needed for technical resources
Concept and general arrangement creation for special customer requirements
Maintains necessary and required documentation
Understands and follows all Diamond Z Safety policies and procedures
Perform other tasks as assigned or needed
Additional Responsibilities
Assists with special projects
Travel to job sites, trade shows, or customer locations as needed
Participate in cross-functional meetings to promote a team environment
Requirements
Previous experience in a manufacturing or construction environment is
Ability to communicate bilingually is
Ability to function in a production environment and communicate comfortably with associates in all levels of the organization
Ability to work independently with little management supervision to complete given tasks, activities, and assignments
Must have strong decision making and problem solving skills
Have prior experience with writing and implementing policies and procedures
Excellent knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
Excellent report writing skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient with Windows and MS Office
Experience with steel fabrication and terminology is a plus
Ability to occasionally travel
Benefits
Qualification Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering
A minimum of 5 years experience in the industrial grinder industry
Proficiency with 3D CAD software, SolidWorks
Ability to function in a production environment and communicate comfortably with associates in all levels of the organization
Proficient with Windows and MS Office
Experience with steel fabrication and terminology is a plus
Ability to occasionally travel
Working Conditions
The Mechanical Engineer will generally work in a controlled climate office environment but will also frequently be in a shop and yard environment with possible exposure to the elements and other hazards.