Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Scope and Function:

Support and/or complete medium to high level, complex engineering tasks/projects as assigned to meet business objectives and support product lines for the food service industry.

One or more of the following as required by the Business Unit:

• Conceive, plan, develop, & coordinate projects as an individual contributor or as a member of a cross-functional team.
• Create and develop engineering project documentation, i.e. bill of materials, drawings, and specifications.
• Develop prototypes and test plans; validate as required.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve engineering project issues.
• Participate in or conduct design reviews and provide feedback, using the appropriate tools i.e. FMEA, field and lab testing
• Research and provide the required product information to support sales, service, and marketing to satisfy customer needs
• Define and execute VAVE projects as assigned
• Apply advanced engineering theory and practices, along with experience, to complex designs
• Coordinate engineering activities with other departments including change plans, engineering changes, performance/agency testing and trial runs.
• Support assembly and manufacturing operation. Provide troubleshooting and technical guidance to resolve production issues
  
  

Skills/Ability

• Creativity/innovation
• Effective oral and written communication
• Organization and Interpersonal skills
• Root cause analysis of complex technical issues
• Strong analytical and statistical skills
• Adaptable, flexible, problem-solving skills, sense of urgency
• Knowledge of various manufacturing and quality processes
  
  

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Travel less than 25% of the time
• Hands on testing and/or troubleshooting
• Ability Lifting up to 50 lbs.
  
  

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering – BSME Preferred (ABET accredited College/University) 3-5 years of mechanical engineering competency in a manufacturing environment

• Autodesk Inventor experience a plus but not required
• Electrical wiring and design a plus but not required.
• Food equipment experience preferred
  
  

Compensation Information

$75,000-$85,000

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