Job Overview
Schrader Mechanical, Inc. is seeking a talented experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating with the design and development of innovative mechanical systems, products, and components.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of mechanical systems, products, and components.
- Create and maintain design documentation including drawings, specifications, and test plans.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, automation, and refrigeration.
- Perform feasibility studies and design reviews to ensure the systems meet performance, cost, and quality requirements.
- Control projects from concept through to production launch, including project scheduling and budgeting.
- Identify and implement design improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve design practices and outcomes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (not required, but a plus).
- At least 10 years of experience in mechanical design and development of complex assemblies including machined, lasered, formed, welded, electromechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components.
- Expert/Proficient in the use of CAD. 5-Years minimum in the use of SolidWorks and AutoCAD required.
- Experience with design for manufacturability and assembly.
- Knowledge of system safety measures required for mechanical equipment and the ability to implement them into the design of custom equipment.
- 5 plus years of hands on experience with equipment assembly, repair, or any fabrication methods is a plus.
- Proficient in sheet metal design and manufacturability.
- Proficient in machined component design, tolerancing and manufacturability.
- Proficient is shop print generation, including knowledge of welding requirements and weld symbols.
- Knowledge of various plastics and metals and knowledge of when/where to use them.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Experience leading projects and managing budgets.
Key responsibilities
- Collaborate with the mechanical design team to ensure that all projects are completed on-time and within budget.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software engineers, and project managers.
- Design and develop new products, incorporating customer feedback and industry trends.
- Create and maintain project timelines and budgets.
- Perform design analyses and simulations to ensure product performance and reliability.
- Create and maintain product specifications, drawings, and documentation.
We Offer Excellent Benefits including:
- Medical (dependents paid at 100%)
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Voluntary Life & AD&D
- Short Term Disability
- 401K Retirement savings after 3 months of service. Employer match
- Vacation
- Sick day
We are growing family-based company with many opportunities for growth! We specialize in Industrial Electrical, Automation, Mechanical, and Fabrication. We have great benefits and a great team of talent!
Schrader Mechanical, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.