Mechanical Designer

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIESThe Mechanical Designer is a challenging and critical position. This position is highly energetic requiring significant multi-tasking and exceptional communication skills across many aspects of the business. Specific responsibilities below are functions that will be required in the Mechanical Designer role.Oversight and participation in all aspects of the design and engineering of the product design including:HousingsGearsGear-setsGear boxes (Planetary, Spur, Differential, Bevel, Helical, etc.)Transition screws (Ball Screws, Acme Screws, Planetary roller screws, etc.)Various types of bearing configurationsStructural loadsFits/clearancesKnowledge of the electrical scope of work including:Knowledge of motors (AC, Brush DC, and Brushless DC)Commutation sensorsPosition sensingVelocity and load sensing devicesOpen and closed loop control systemsHigh frequency response servo applicationsUnderstanding of the basic principles of pneumatic and hydraulic systemsWork with customers to formulate their requirementsUnderstand the implications within an applicationAbility to solve problems and the ability to recognize if a problem existsActively design with details each new product application through the full product life cycle including proposal, design, development, verification, and product supportSPECIFIC DUTIESCreate Mechanical, Electrical, Control Systems Engineering (ME) conceptual trade studies and detailed proposal effortsCreate detailed layouts, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings for new applications using SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDMCreate and execute product design details, which includes:DetailingDrawingReview & Approve Drawings and Change OrdersDetailed Piece Part Drawings with Tolerance including temperature affectsComplete Bills of Material on drawings in ERPWork cooperatively to provide Engineering technical support to manufacturing, suppliers, or customersEnsure products are designed for producibility & manufacturability (DFMA)Adhere to departmental procedures and standards to achieve highest quality of throughputParticipate on special assignments as assignedDefine, design, and support electromechanical and mechanical test equipment for each product application, including the creation of the automation code if neededAbility to be hands on and willing to work in the shop environment to build prototypes & support production issuesAbility to participate in proposals and blank sheet designManaging drawing completion statusAbility to work interactively with supply chain & suppliers to ensure optimal manufacturing processes are utilizedRequirements:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSA.A.S. in Mechanical Design or Equivalent Degree Work ExperienceSpecific applicable experience of 3 - 5 years in an applicable work environmentAerospace experience is a plusAbility to demonstrate leadership skills through example, mentoring, and running multifaceted design effortsSpecific capability in the following software:SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDMSolidWorks Simulation is a plusMicrosoft Products, including advanced knowledge of ExcelExceptional analytical and mathematical backgroundAbility to communicate information and ideas both written and orally so others will understandKnowledge of manufacturing processes & methodsKnowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) (ANSI Y14.5M)U.S. Citizen, no dual citizenship allowedDESIRED QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of SolidWorks Enterprise PDM is a plusWorking knowledge of Windchill (RELAX) is a plusKnowledge of space environments is a plusKnowledge of Land and Sea based systems is a plusKnowledge of design for harsh environments is a plusExperience with SolidWorks Simulation is a plusKnowledge of Aerospace Military & Commercial Aerospace design requirements is a plusKnowledge of aerospace designing standards is a plusKnowledge of Additive Manufacturing design & manufacturing is a plusKnowledge of certification/qualification testing per DO-160 and/or MIL-STD-810 is a plusKnowledge of MRP/ERP programs is a plus