Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled mechanical engineer with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsible for product engineering including material, design, detailing, manufacturability, product quality, competitiveness, and product profitability. Partners with Operations in their development of the manufacturing process. Works closely with Marketing and Sales to provide our customers with the best possible products.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written skills. 
• Must have great listening skills. 
• Creative/Innovative Problem Solving
• Self-starter, able to successfully manage multiple projects
• Broad technical knowledge in mechanical design 
• Data based decision making skills. 
• Ability to model and predict system performance based on engineering principles. 
• Proficient at weld symbols, GD&T, and tolerance analysis 
• Skilled at modeling and detailing with SolidWorks (AutoCAD skills are a plus) 
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, and problem solving. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. 

Responsibilities

• Support new product development and product improvements of agricultural and snow removal equipment. 
• Design/Create 3-D models, assemblies, and 2-D prints as needed to validate concepts, detail designs, and communicate design intent. 
• Complete detailed assembly prints with full component bill of materials (BOMs) for new designs. 
• Submit engineering change requests (ECR) to release new parts and BOMs for product release. 
• Take concepts to production by managing engineering project activities and priorities while coordinating with sales, manufacturing, sourcing, and quality. 
• Work closely with sourcing to develop complete costs for new or modified products. 
• Support customers and sales team with precise information on product installation requirements and application notes. 
• Provide input on technical content of product literature ensuring accuracy of performance data, configurations, maintenance and operating instructions. 
• Provide frequent updates for manager on all product development activities including maintaining project schedule and status. 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum 5 years of practical experience