Mechanical Engineer

Job Overview: 

The mechanical engineer is a key member of the ETE Machining and Engineering group. We are looking for a skilled mechanical engineer to join our team.  You will be responsible for working on all stages of our production cycles.  Everything from research and design to manufacturing, installation and evaluation.  The role will collaborate with the manufacturing engineering and operations teams to improve and expand our production system.  The role will focus on improving key metrics including production, safety, quality, labor, and costs.

Company Expectation: 

ETE has built a successful brand by providing customers with exceptional products, remarkable customer service and focusing on building a partnership.  As an ETE employee, you are a key part of that success and need to take ownership of ETE’s ongoing legacy.  Employees are expected to adhere to six core values:  We care about quality, customers and each other; We win together; We go all-in; We get better every day; We celebrate success: and We do everything with a positive attitude.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preform a full lifecycle for product development; Designing, Developing, Test prototypes, Manufacturing, and Implementation of components that fulfill customer requirements.
• Provide technical/subject matter expertise and guidance for the resolution of product design and manufacturing problems.
• Creating 3D models and blueprints using CAD technology (SolidWorks) that meets the needs and requirements of the customer.
• Ability to utilize CAM software technology to manufacture.
• Proficient with the use of measuring and gaging equipment.
• Proficient use of GD&T and G&M coding.
• Prepare product reports and documentation.
• An understanding of additive manufacturing is a plus.
• Identify, formulate and produce effective solutions to emerging problems
• Evaluate the final product’s overall performance, reliability and safety
• Design new tools/fixtures/gauges/equipment that provide a positive impact to improving the manufacturing processes.
• Project management.
• Uphold manufacturing standards including machine capability, process maps, set-ups, quality controls, tooling and fixture records, routings and cycle times.
• Partner with on-site EHS to ensure all equipment meets safety regulations compliant with OSHA.

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• Experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment is the preferred candidate.

• Must demonstrate superior communication and organizational skills.
• Background working on the shop floor with operations staff to assist in solving issues.
• Understand operational theory of automatic transmissions.
• Experience with assembly of complex hydraulic/mechanical assemblies.
• Proven experience in tracking and understanding manufacturing operations and implementing solutions to drive continuous improvement.
• Functional in Solidworks, Excel, Power-point, and other related programs.
• Must possess solid mechanical troubleshooting abilities.
• Must demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills with the ability to multi-task
• Must be extremely flexible regarding priority changes.
• Individual must be fluent in speaking, reading and writing English.  Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret procedures and/or safety manuals.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work effectively with minimal supervision.