Mechanical Design Engineer

The Dupont Vespel® manufacturing site in Newark, DE is hiring a full-time mechanical design engineer to join the manufacturing technology team primarily focused on the design of new manufacturing tooling, production support equipment, and quality fixtures and gauges.  

Responsibilities:  

• Compaction Tool Design 

• Read and understand CAD drawings from current customers 

• Create SolidWorks models and drawings of compaction tool assemblies us 2D and 3D geometry of customer drawings 

• Create SolidWorks Assembly files showing all key components as well as the important mechanical configurations 

• Lead tool design reviews where 3D and 2D is presented to and reviewed by operations, engineering, and quality functions 

• Select tool materials consistent with mechanical design principles and the desired tool life 

• Complete final mechanical design package 

• Obtain pricing from approved Pencader vendors and provide technical support during the fabrication of the tooling.  

• Ensure tools arrive as designed and function properly during installation and production 

• Production Equipment Design 

• Create mechanical designs and drawings for part grippers, part trays, part mandrels, cutting fixtures, inspection gauges, and inspection overlays 

• Support maintenance team as needed with equipment to aid in reducing routine and emergency downtime  

• Develop technical knowledge of the capabilities of all the direct form presses including mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and multi-level. 

• Develop working knowledge of each vendor’s capabilities and engage in technical discussions to determine the optimal design for producing high-quality cost-effective parts 

• Develop basic knowledge of metallurgy of common tool steels to ensure proper selection of individual tool components 

• Understanding of equipment used in high precision machining including, wire EDM, sinker EDM, jig grinding, 5-axis CNC mill, kinematic mounting, heat treatment, polishing/lapping, and CMM inspection equipment. 

• Leverage existing manufacturing methods whenever possible 

• Provide engineering and design support for site capital projects 

• Understand and adhere to DuPont Mechanical Drafting standards 

• Communicate effectively with global members of manufacturing technology, operations and quality organizations 

Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering 

• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D Model and 2D Drawing creation 

• Proficiency in ASME 14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing 

• Basic understanding of mechanical design fundamentals including tolerance stack-up, proper sizing of locational fits, mechanical fatigue, machine dynamics 

• Familiarity with revision control and formal management of change (MOC) processes 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

• Ability to contribute to a multi-functional global team 

• Detail oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality 

• Self-motivated with strong time-management skills to handle multiple tasks effectively.