Senior Mechanical Engineer jdd - New Berlin, United States - Argus Technical Services

Description

Senior Mechanical Engineer jdd

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conceptualizes and designs highly complex automation machinery, robotic cells and material handling systems, including development and checking of technical specifications, drawings and bills of material.
• Creates 3D part/assembly models and details drawings for manufacture per design best practices using Solidworks.
• Manages the scope of work for mechanical design on customized projects, including planning, supervising project work and verifying designs to ensure effective performance of the work.
• Supports fabrication, testing and installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and customer specifications.
• Provides guidance and direction in technical risk evaluation, functional composition and interface management as part of the design team.
• Provides technical expertise in automation and equipment engineering practices.
• Ensures commitments on projects are met including cost, schedule, function, performance, serviceability, and appearance.
• Delivers complete and accurate designs within the allotted time.
• Mentor
• Develops and maintains positive customer relations.
• Know and follow all safety rules, such as safe work practices and standard operating procedures.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years of machine building experience.
• Three (3) years of mechanical engineering experience in automation.
• One (1) year of 3D CAD design (e.g. Solidworks, AutoCad Inventor, Pro/Engineer) that includes modeling and automation systems design experience.

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or Mechanical Engineering Technology (BSMET) from an accredited college or university.
• A strong precision machine design background.
• Solidworks experience preferred.
• Experience with project management methods, practices and tools including scoping, facilitations, delegation and risk management best practices.
• Substantial knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes such as machining, grinding, welding, hand assembly, fasteners, etc.

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Relevant experience with fixed and robotic assembly system concept development and design.
• Ability to do drafting as required.
• Experience working within cross-functional teams to handle multiple priorities and meet scheduled milestones.
• Ability to accurately estimate the level of effort required to complete a design on time and within budget.
• Possesses a desire and capability to coach and mentor interns and other engineering partners.
• Demonstrated mechanical component and assembly design experience.
• Demonstrated experience in engineered component selection and major equipment specification development.
• Demonstrated ability to create drawing packages, electronic bills of materials and engineering change orders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.