Mechanical Engineer

Business Title:                                           Mechanical Engineer

Reports to:                                                  Engineering Manager

Leadership Scope:                                    Individual Contributor

Company Info:                  

     With a heritage of nearly 120 years, we aren’t just a company; we are a brand of trust.  But more than anything, we are a collection of individuals who, together, give Grote Industries a decisive competitive advantage. At Grote, our shared vision is clear – to meet the needs of the customers we serve. We accomplish that mission every day by following a set of core values that makes us who we are.

     Innovation has been the hallmark of Grote Industries from the start. From durable, easy to see stop lights to the latest in LED lighting technology, Grote has been leading the way in advanced vehicle system solutions from early in the last century right up to today. With these innovations, Grote has helped millions of people throughout North America and the world benefit from the innovation and design excellence of Grote products.

Position Overview:         

• Designing parts in materials such as:
  •  Aluminum Extrusions, Diecast parts, Plastic parts, Sheet metal parts
• Creating and modifying Production Documentation:
  • Work as a team in defining the DFMEA.
  • Assembly drawings (Solid works)
  • Bill of materials (Oracle E1)
  • Item masters in our Inventory system (Oracle E1)
  • Part drawings (Solid works)
• Testing:
  • Utilize a combination of simulation tools and real-life testing
  • Coordinate testing at outside vendors when needed.
  • Work with inside resources for simulations when needed
  • Work independently or as a team in defining the test plan
  • 3D printing samples for interim approval.
• Production Support:
  • As needed design and print fixtures for production
  • Problem solving field failures or internal faults.
• Other:

• Ensures and maintains the quality guidelines, procedures, and standards are consistently followed throughout the manufacturing operation.
• Systematically deconstruct problems with engineering rigor using structured problem solving approaches and quantitative analysis.
• Perform predictive simulations using software tools (FEA, CFD).
• Must be comfortable and thrive within a process driven environment.
• Perform concept work with CAD tools such SolidWorks
• Visually articulate complex designs.
• Communicate intricate engineering concepts with non-technical customers or internal stakeholders.
• Works with Grote Product Management team translate market requirements into design features.
• Create prototypes of various efficacies to demonstrate major product characteristics.
• Create engineering components for future lighting concepts from within cross-disciplinary teams.
• Work with CAD operators efficiently to generate detailed designs and drawings for manufacturing.
• Follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by supervisor

Competencies:

• Required: Experience with SolidWorks
• Desired: Experience with CREO
• Desired: Experience with Quality documentation such as DFMEA’S
• Desired: Knowledge of BOM’s, and Routers.
• Safety Awareness

Requirements:  

• Bachelors, Masters or PHD in Mechanical Engineering or Physics from an accredited University

Years of experience:

• Minimum of 2 of experience in similar position.

Training in:

• SolidWorks

Licenses in:

• Not required

Certifications in:

• Not required

Other requirements:

• Must successfully pass any pre-screening test(s).

Knowledge in:

• Engineering & Technology – Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Mathematics – Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• Design – Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Production & Processing – Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

• • Knowledge of federal, state, and company codes, standards, and regulations.

Demonstrated ability to:

• • Work at a highly motivated level with a sense of urgency and dedication to accomplishing tasks.
  • To interact with all levels of employees
  • Ability to type on computer keyboard for extended periods of time

Experience with:

• • Conflict resolution
  • Problem solving
  • Prioritizing and executing multiple projects
  • Demonstrate a working experience of mechanisms, materials, CAD modeling and manufacturing processes.

Other:

• • Must be proficient in use of a personal computer, laptops, tablets, smartphone, printer, calculator, copier, and fax machine.  Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications and data entry.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing and/or professional environment.
• Environment can be hot or cold depending on outside temperatures.
• Requires flexibility to schedule and work hours.

Physical:

• Climbing Stairs: Ascending or descending stairs to gain access to a building or to move from one floor to another.
• Light Carrying: Physically transporting general office items/materials from one location to another.
• Fingering: Typing for extending periods of time, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm.
• Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time
• Visual Requirement: Able to see and read PC screens; detect color coding, read fine print, and/or normal type size print.
• Bending and Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.

Mental:

• Ability to organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology.
• Ability to organize and prioritize own work schedule.
• Ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines.
• Ability to complete forms, use existing letters and/or conduct oral communication.
• Ability to compose letters, outlines, memoranda, and basic reports and/or to orally communicate technical information.
• Ability to communicate with individuals utilizing a telephone; requires ability to hear and speak effectively on phone.
• Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word, communicating orally with others accurately.