Mechanical Design Engineer

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the company, a premier supplier, in Memphis, TN, US, 38125 While working in this clean and climate-controlled facility you will have the opportunity to be directly involved in the evolution of the industry. Come work for a company that has been consistently recognized among the Best & Brightest Companies to Work For. Immediate interviews are available, apply today!

Shift/Hours- 1st Shift - Monday - Friday (8AM - 5PM) 

SUMMARY

Design mechanical elevator system layouts for Engineer-to-Order value stream based on defined, pre-engineered products to meet customer specifications. Utilize building drawings, job specifications, and controlled engineering documents/tools to create layout drawings using 2D and 3D drafting systems. Participate in cross-functional teams to improve efficiency, quality, and make process improvements.

Core Responsibilities:

• Design pre-engineered elevator system layouts based on product specific mechanical and electrical system requirements according to engineering specifications, building plans, and/or survey data using 2D and 3D software.
• Process layout submittals based on a daily production schedule to meet specific KPI’s with support from team members.
• Review instructional engineering documents and designs to ensure accuracy and adherence to established quality specifications and standards.
• Participate in departmental meetings, problem-solving activities, special projects, and other duties as assigned.
• Product lines include but are not limited to: Evolution 100/200, Endura, and Synergy 300E..

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Basic knowledge of physics and motion dynamics of elevator components.
• Requires ability to interpret and understand job specific requirements of projects to produce workable designs according to specifications.
• Must be able to consider manufacturability and assembly issues to avoid rework.
• Must possess knowledge of commonly-used drafting concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Minor experience with 2D drafting (AutoCAD) is preferred.
• Basic understanding of 3D modeling programs is preferred.
• Must be able to understand and closely follow instructions, rough product designs, and specifications with guidance.
• Ability to work closely with team members to meet an individual production schedule. Effective verbal and written communication skills are required.

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a mechanical discipline from an accredited college or university required.
• Basic understanding of engineering/design is required, preferably in an architectural, structural, or mechanical design environment (1-3 years).

Physical Demand: 

• The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands of this position require walking and/or standing approximately 20% of the time.
• Potentially requires sitting approximately 80% of the time. However, adjustable height desks are provided at most workspaces.
• Requires manual dexterity use of hands, arms, and feet for repetitive lifting as well as use of required equipment and computer.
• Requires audible/visual abilities.
• Requires less than 10% travel time. (domestic and foreign)

Work Environments:

• The work environments are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions within an established office environment.
• Prepare hydraulic and traction submittal drawings for customer approval.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all.

With almost four decades of experience as a proven industry leader, Acro continues to be consistently recognized among the Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the United States. As an international professional services firm with deep expertise in consulting and staff augmentation offering a variety of solutions including MSP, VMS, RPO, HRO (and more), Acro operates across North America, Europe, and Asia from over 30 locations. Acro’s client portfolio includes some of the most well-known names in business and provides services across all verticals including technology, aerospace, energy, automotive, government, and manufacturing. To learn more, please visit www.acrocorp.com.