Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Site Leader FLSA

Status: Exempt Full-time,

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY This position is responsible for mechanical design and detailing of custom web handling machinery based on machine specifications from customers, while working within a project team consisting of a project manager, electrical and mechanical engineers. 

▪ Work as a team member with other departments (Sales, Project Management, Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing and Assembly) to design, manufacture, test and install equipment fulfilling customer expectations. 

▪ Research customer specifications and conceive a mechanical system design to meet the specification and fulfill requirements.

▪ Create documents (drawings and bills of material) for production (projects) that fulfill the requirements of customer orders. Prioritize ordering of long lead items for purchasing.

▪ Participate in design review meetings and accept constructive design options from co-workers and team members.

▪ Engage in interdepartmental communication to develop and agree upon a machine functional description that fulfills the customer specification.

▪ Create detailed design for machine functions, including necessary calculations for strength, vibration, drive train, etc.

▪ Technically support the team and customer at factory acceptance test.

▪ Provide start-up assistance and field service for machinery projects. 5% travel with the option of more.

▪ Identify and create risk assessments, spare parts lists, operation and maintenance manual and other documentation as projects need

▪ Follow defined standards (or help to create standards where none exist). ▪ Maintain files on network, including library of key reference information.

▪ Coordinate with other departments within the business

▪ Support continuous improvement process by evaluating and implementing suggestions.

▪ Timely completion of assigned tasks with minimal supervision ▪ Manage designers with appointed project lead.

▪ Assure sufficient and accurate communication with project team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience

▪ Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering is desired. Associate degree is required.

▪ Minimum 7 years related experience in machinery design and manufacturing processes. Web handling experience strongly desired.

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Maxcess is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.