Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description Job Description Responsible for the design, specification, and maintenance of an assigned group of company products, which may include creation of previously non-existent products or modification of existing products. Product enhancements, cost reduction and design for manufacturability are included within this responsibility. Technical authority for a broad range of company products, providing coaching and assistance to lower-level engineers and technicians. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform engineering duties required to analyze new and existing products in the areas of design, function, manufacturability, styling, and other factors to provide for design simplification, standardization, reliability, parts interchangeability, cost reduction, etc. Prepare drawings, bills-of-materials, work instructions, Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manuals, Marketing collateral, technical documentation and other data as required or oversee the activities of Product Specialists or others as they prepare the documents. Examine and analyze new applications / designs of products to determine feasibility of operation, manufacturing and application. Creation, alteration, and refinement of mechanical part / assembly drawings and Bill of Materials to capture design intent and document the key aspects necessary to adapt company products to specific customer requirements and product applications. Communicate with Sales, other engineers in different departments, and Product Specialists on the development of product modifications or creation of new company products. Apply applicable ASME, NEMA, ATEX, ANSI, TEMA, API, CE, CRN or other codes and standards as required. Assist in the testing and debugging of assigned products in the shop. Maintain ongoing project requirements, schedules, and specifications for multiple projects in a deadline-based environment. Work with other departments to resolve DMR issues with orders and/or equipment in the shop and coordinate ECO processing to revise designs as necessary. May be assigned supervisory role for Drafters, Designers, and/or other administrative staff, which would include: Schedule and assign work; oversee employee productivity and quality; maintain time and attendance records; administer company rules, regulations and policies governing employment; prepare performance reviews with appropriate documentation throughout the year; address disciplinary issues. Responsible for employee development. Work with subordinates to create individual performance expectations; provide ongoing feedback regarding progress toward established goals and track progress; provide employee coaching and training; recommend outside training opportunities. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: Education/Training Engineering degree required (Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical based on need at time of hire). Experience: Extensive design and application experience with similar products. Minimum 2-3 years industrial experience, with design exposure to most of the following (based on Engineering specialty): Mechanical or Chemical: 1- and 2-phase flow of fluids in piping systems and heat exchangers and Heat exchanger performance including condensing and evaporation (as applicable) ASME pressure vessel design (as applicable) Thermodynamics Controls Machine design Refrigeration systems Piping and Pipe supports Seismic Design and analysis Pump, valve and other electrical/mechanical component selection Material selection Metallurgy Manufacturing (machining, welding, assembly, quality) Skills and Knowledge Excellent verbal communication skills Technical writing skills Computer applications, including the following programs (based on Engineering specialty): Visual Basic, MS Access, MS Excel, MS Word, Solidworks, AutoCad, C Language, Assembly/Microprocessor programming. Read and Interpret blueprints, P&ID, and other technical drawings Able to complete projects with minimal instructions and guidance Strong interpretations of project specifications and able to properly assess risks and make decisions. Provides recommendations. Able to lead projects and assist lower level engineers and technicians. Other Requirements Proven initiative and self-direction Organizations skills; able to establish priorities Positive attitude toward Company, supervision, fellow employees, customers and vendors Team worker; able to work and cooperate with all depart Company offers great benefits to support our employee-owners. On top of our competitive insurance plan, our team members receive 401k match, onsite medical clinic, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and profit sharing. But the true return comes from our employee-owned culture focused on collaboration and a healthy work/life balance.