The Mechanical Designer designs and details mechanical components systems under the guidance of engineering management. The Mechanical Designer is responsible for the integrity, quality, and proper operation of designs from concept through manufacture, assembly, test, and field installation.
Essential Job Functions
Participate as a team member with other Engineers, Drafters, Manufacturing, Production and Purchasing personnel to complete design projects on time and within budget.
Responsible for design and manufacturing support.
Responsible for specification compliance and documentation of mechanical systems, sub assemblies and components.
Responsible for the layout and detailed mechanical designs.
Recommend materials and components for inclusion in design specifications based on experience and on catalogue reference data.
Study industry standards and ensure that designs are safe and meet applicable industry safety requirements.
Actively participate in Design Reviews. Review designs with other Engineering, Manufacturing, Production personnel as well as equipment users to ensure that designs meet all requirements.
Organize and maintain project folders and report project status to Manager, Engineers and others on a regular basis. Must keep technical information updates and organize through configuration management for the department.
Plan perform or direct and document experiments to prove design performance.
Must be capable of safely handling government-furnished equipment and materials.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of 3D Mechanical CAD including detail drawings/models and applying large assembly management skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to clearly explain the perspective of the engineering department to upper management as well as to the engineering team.
Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and practices.
Able to make decisions independently on engineering problems. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Understanding of sheet metal and machined part fabrication practices and documentation standards.
Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and work to a schedule.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Solidworks, AutoCAD or other 3D modelling Software, Solidworks Simulation, EPDM Configuration Management.
Preferred working experience with Faro Arm 3D Scanner and Geomagic Design X software.
Preferred experience in 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping.
Must be able to obtain a security clearance when required by the contract (US Citizen).
Education and Experience
Associate 's degree in a related field or a certification from a technical institute or equivalent.