ESPO Corporation
Mechanical Designer
ESPO Corporation, Rockford, Illinois, United States, 61109
Job Title: Mechanical Designer
Location:
Rockford, IL
Job Type and Duration:
Permanent
We are a small, flexible, and fast paced company whose mission is to provide quality actuation, rotating components and related products and service, delivered to the aerospace and defense markets on-time, and at a reasonable price .
CORE VALUES AND FOCUS
Our Company highly values our associates as dynamic interactive parts of our team. Our associates are involved in the decision-making process and developing solutions to our customers’ challenges.
We value our associates by providing an environment that fosters respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. We also provide a fun and friendly working environment.
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
The 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 Electromechanical Designer role.
Oversight and participation in all aspects of the design and engineering of the product design including:
Housings
Gears
Gear-sets
Gear boxes (Planetary, Spur, Differential, Bevel, Helical, etc.)
Transition screws (Ball Screws, Acme Screws, Planetary roller screws, etc.)
Various types of bearing configurations
Structural loads
Fits/clearances
Knowledge of the electrical scope of work including:
Knowledge of motors (AC, Brush DC, and Brushless DC)
Commutation sensors
Position sensing
Velocity and load sensing devices
Open and closed loop control systems
High frequency response servo applications
Understanding of the basic principles of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Work with customers to formulate their requirements
Understand the implications within an application
Ability to solve problems and the ability to recognize if a problem exists
Actively design with details each new product application through the full product life cycle including proposal, design, development, verification, and product support
SPECIFIC DUTIES
Create Mechanical, Electrical, Control Systems Engineering (ME) conceptual trade studies and detailed proposal efforts
Create detailed layouts, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings for new applications using SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM
Create and execute product design details, which includes:
Detailing
Drawing
Review & Approve Drawings and Change Orders
Detailed Piece Part Drawings with Tolerance including temperature affects
Complete Bills of Material on drawings in ERP
Work cooperatively to provide Engineering technical support to manufacturing, suppliers, or customers
Ensure products are designed for producibility & manufacturability (DFMA)
Adhere to departmental procedures and standards to achieve highest quality of throughput
Participate on special assignments as assigned
Define, design, and support electromechanical and mechanical test equipment for each product application, including the creation of the automation code if needed
Ability to be hands on and willing to work in the shop environment to build prototypes & support production issues
Ability to participate in proposals and blank sheet design
Managing drawing completion status
Ability to work interactively with supply chain & suppliers to ensure optimal manufacturing processes are utilized
MININUM QUALIFICATIONS
A.A.S. in Mechanical Design or Equivalent Degree Work Experience
Specific applicable experience of 3 – 5 years in an applicable work environment
Aerospace experience is a plus
Ability to demonstrate leadership skills through example, mentoring, and running multifaceted design efforts
Specific capability in the following software:
SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM
SolidWorks Simulation is a plus
Microsoft Products, including advanced knowledge of Excel
Exceptional analytical and mathematical background
Ability to communicate information and ideas both written and orally so others will understand
Knowledge of manufacturing processes & methods
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) (ANSI Y14.5M)
U.S. Citizen, no dual citizenship allowed
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of SolidWorks Enterprise PDM is a plus
Working knowledge of Windchill (RELAX) is a plus
Knowledge of space environments is a plus
Knowledge of Land and Sea based systems is a plus
Knowledge of design for harsh environments is a plus
Experience with SolidWorks Simulation is a plus
Knowledge of Aerospace Military & Commercial Aerospace design requirements is a plus
Knowledge of aerospace designing standards is a plus
Knowledge of Additive Manufacturing design & manufacturing is a plus
Knowledge of certification/qualification testing per DO-160 and/or MIL-STD-810 is a plus
Knowledge of MRP/ERP programs is a plus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND VISUAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by a candidate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with impairments to perform the essential functions.
The office environment is considered normal. Temperature and noise levels in the plant require regular use of personal protective equipment
While performing the duties of this job, the candidate is frequently required to talk, hear, and use hands to type on keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
The candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds
ESPO Corporation
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Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce
.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying please contact us directly.
Location:
Rockford, IL
Job Type and Duration:
Permanent
We are a small, flexible, and fast paced company whose mission is to provide quality actuation, rotating components and related products and service, delivered to the aerospace and defense markets on-time, and at a reasonable price .
CORE VALUES AND FOCUS
Our Company highly values our associates as dynamic interactive parts of our team. Our associates are involved in the decision-making process and developing solutions to our customers’ challenges.
We value our associates by providing an environment that fosters respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. We also provide a fun and friendly working environment.
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
The 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 Electromechanical Designer role.
Oversight and participation in all aspects of the design and engineering of the product design including:
Housings
Gears
Gear-sets
Gear boxes (Planetary, Spur, Differential, Bevel, Helical, etc.)
Transition screws (Ball Screws, Acme Screws, Planetary roller screws, etc.)
Various types of bearing configurations
Structural loads
Fits/clearances
Knowledge of the electrical scope of work including:
Knowledge of motors (AC, Brush DC, and Brushless DC)
Commutation sensors
Position sensing
Velocity and load sensing devices
Open and closed loop control systems
High frequency response servo applications
Understanding of the basic principles of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Work with customers to formulate their requirements
Understand the implications within an application
Ability to solve problems and the ability to recognize if a problem exists
Actively design with details each new product application through the full product life cycle including proposal, design, development, verification, and product support
SPECIFIC DUTIES
Create Mechanical, Electrical, Control Systems Engineering (ME) conceptual trade studies and detailed proposal efforts
Create detailed layouts, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings for new applications using SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM
Create and execute product design details, which includes:
Detailing
Drawing
Review & Approve Drawings and Change Orders
Detailed Piece Part Drawings with Tolerance including temperature affects
Complete Bills of Material on drawings in ERP
Work cooperatively to provide Engineering technical support to manufacturing, suppliers, or customers
Ensure products are designed for producibility & manufacturability (DFMA)
Adhere to departmental procedures and standards to achieve highest quality of throughput
Participate on special assignments as assigned
Define, design, and support electromechanical and mechanical test equipment for each product application, including the creation of the automation code if needed
Ability to be hands on and willing to work in the shop environment to build prototypes & support production issues
Ability to participate in proposals and blank sheet design
Managing drawing completion status
Ability to work interactively with supply chain & suppliers to ensure optimal manufacturing processes are utilized
MININUM QUALIFICATIONS
A.A.S. in Mechanical Design or Equivalent Degree Work Experience
Specific applicable experience of 3 – 5 years in an applicable work environment
Aerospace experience is a plus
Ability to demonstrate leadership skills through example, mentoring, and running multifaceted design efforts
Specific capability in the following software:
SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM
SolidWorks Simulation is a plus
Microsoft Products, including advanced knowledge of Excel
Exceptional analytical and mathematical background
Ability to communicate information and ideas both written and orally so others will understand
Knowledge of manufacturing processes & methods
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) (ANSI Y14.5M)
U.S. Citizen, no dual citizenship allowed
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of SolidWorks Enterprise PDM is a plus
Working knowledge of Windchill (RELAX) is a plus
Knowledge of space environments is a plus
Knowledge of Land and Sea based systems is a plus
Knowledge of design for harsh environments is a plus
Experience with SolidWorks Simulation is a plus
Knowledge of Aerospace Military & Commercial Aerospace design requirements is a plus
Knowledge of aerospace designing standards is a plus
Knowledge of Additive Manufacturing design & manufacturing is a plus
Knowledge of certification/qualification testing per DO-160 and/or MIL-STD-810 is a plus
Knowledge of MRP/ERP programs is a plus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND VISUAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by a candidate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with impairments to perform the essential functions.
The office environment is considered normal. Temperature and noise levels in the plant require regular use of personal protective equipment
While performing the duties of this job, the candidate is frequently required to talk, hear, and use hands to type on keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
The candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds
ESPO Corporation
View all open jobs at
Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce
.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying please contact us directly.