Intermediate/Senior Mechanical Designer, Convergix Automation

Intermediate/Senior Mechanical Designer

Fayetteville, Arkansas

What would a typical day be like?

As a Mechanical Designer, you will:

• Be responsible for the mechanical design of custom automation, robotic, AGV/AMR solutions using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Total ETO, and PDM Professional.
• Participate in identifying the mechanical functional requirements with our Systems Design group
• Perform engineering calculations to validate functionality, component sizing, speeds / rates, failure modes, etc to ensure the designed solution will be feasible, robust, and reliable.
• Collaborate on design solutions with cross-functional teams (Electrical Design, Controls, Build).
• Develop concepts and 3D designs utilizing what was proposed by the Applications group to align the design direction with the contractual scope and functional requirements.
• Ensure solutions align to required compliance standards including safety, ergonomics, and more.
• Lead interactive design reviews, both internal and customer facing, to communicate design direction with confidence and clarity, while receiving and evaluating cross-functional input.
• Collaborate with the Supply Chain group to source and select major 3rd party technical vendors.
• Produce 2D assembly and manufacturing drawings, pneumatic schematics, Bills of Materials, Spare Parts lists, and assist with required deliverable documentation.
• Review other designer’s concepts, designs, and drawings to verify feasibility, accuracy, thoroughness, and alignment to JMP standards and best practices.
• Assist with the development of other Mechanical Designers through coaching and mentorship.
• Interact with the Project Lead, Mechanical Team Leads, and Project Managers to effectively communicate project status, issues, risks, scope management items, forecasts, and challenges.
• Provide support, including bring hands on, during the manufacturing and build stages including troubleshooting, problem solving, and debugging to overcome any issues or challenges.
• Assist the applications and sales teams, when required, in the creation of unique and inventive solutions to enhance their offerings and drive sales.
• Assist with improving the Mechanical Design group through initiatives and improvements.
• Foster a workplace atmosphere that is in strong alignment with JMP values and promotes an extraordinary employee experience (EEE) and extraordinary customer experience (ECE).
• If selected as a Mechanical Project Lead, the Mechanical Designer will drive project design direction, oversee and delegate tasks to other Mechanical Designers, participate in project meetings with internal team members and the customer, manage project budgets and schedule, and be responsible for the success of the mechanical design portion of the project.

What Qualifies you for this opportunity?

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in electrical, mechanical, or software controls technology, and at least five years relevant work experience.
• Proven leadership qualities including good oral and written communication skills.
• Passion to motivate / develop team members while acting as a mentor to promote JMP values.
• Ability to work independently and execute responsibilities with minor supervision.
• Able to work as part of a team while providing direction to others and receiving feedback.
• Tenacity to solve problems and take ownership of solutions with a sense of urgency.
• Solid understanding of industrial automation and robotics.
• Direct experience in an automation design role (Mechanical or Electrical) including strong aptitude of 3D CAD design, 2D drawings, and on-the-floor equipment troubleshooting.
• Confident performing engineering calculations to analyze equipment parameters pertaining to force, movement, energy, and timing including nuanced interferences.
• Proficient with sanitary design requirements, material selection, tolerance stack up, and component selection based on functional design needs and requirements.
• Experience with cycle time analysis/simulations, process and flow breakdowns, and the development of critical requirements / specifications to drive design solutions.
• Knowledge in pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical components (motors, sensors, etc.),
• Familiarity and/or proficiency with SolidWorks, PDM, AutoCAD, TETO.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Experience with compliance to equipment design standards (i.e. ANSI, CSA, OSHA, CE, etc.)
• Ability to explain detailed engineering concepts and ideas to a wide audience of people.
• An ability to travel; Mechanical Designers should have the ability to travel within US and Canada

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required for the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lifts or move up to 25 pounds.

What does CONVERGIX Offer You?

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a very generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Comprehensive benefits and 401K/RRSP packages (including health, dental, vision coverage and more!)
• Clear paths for career advancement and opportunities for professional development
• Hands on experience with the latest automation technologies and tools
• The chance to be part of a globally recognized workplace that consistently develops cutting-edge solutions that set industry standards
• A diverse and inclusive atmosphere that provides support for employees from all walks of life

ABOUT CONVERGIX AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS

Convergix Automation Solutions designs, engineers and integrates hardware and software to automate its customers' operations. Convergix specializes in creative, custom solutions and serves customers in a broad range of industries. With over 900 employees and 25+ locations worldwide, Convergix is a leading global diversified automation provider. Our vision is to become the ultimate trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world-renowned processes and diverse experience.

Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

Why join the CONVERGIX team?

As a growing company in the industrial technology industry and rooted with strong corporate values, CONVERGIX Automation Solutions can offer a unique value proposition to employees. We are expanding at a rapid pace as we continue the path to be a $1 Billion company. CONVERGIX brings a new, holistic approach to automation throughout the value chain. At CONVERGIX, products, technology, experience, support and expertise intersect to empower customers in every industry to reach their full potential.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.