Mechanical Design Engineer

Overview:
Hayden Industrial, a leading manufacturer of industrial cooling systems, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer responsible for developing high-quality 3D CAD models and detailed manufacturing drawings using Autodesk Inventor. This role requires a creative problem-solver with a strong independent work ethic and a meticulous eye for accuracy. The successful candidate will collaborate with the engineering team to design innovative, functional mechanical systems while ensuring all documentation adheres to company standards and production deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

·         3D Modeling & Drafting: Create complete, accurate solid models and comprehensive piece-part drawings. Maintain rigorous modeling consistency, utilizing proper mating and constraints.

·         System & Layout Design: Develop efficient pump skid and piping layouts, ensuring optimal spatial arrangement and fluid flow principles.

·         Structural Elements: Incorporate basic structural design fundamentals to ensure the structural integrity, support, and safety of skid frameworks and associated equipment.

·         Data & Inventory Management: Utilize existing components whenever possible. When new parts are required, generate new part numbers and enter them into the system following standardized protocols.

·         Project Documentation: Prepare standardized approval drawings for customer review, and compile accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) within both the engineering drawings and the ERP system.

·         Production Release: Prepare and complete formal release sheets to transition finalized projects efficiently to the manufacturing shop floor.

·         Quality Assurance & Revision: Address and correct any errors identified during the engineering checking process. Actively monitor drawing accuracy to minimize production costs and maximize shop throughput.

·         Project Scheduling: Evaluate workload to communicate realistic, reliable project due dates. These timelines are critical, as they directly dictate the schedule of the entire drafting department.

·         Continuous Improvement: Share innovative ideas and workflow optimizations to improve departmental productivity and drafting standards.

·         Adaptability: Remain open-minded and willing to perform other reasonable duties and tasks as assigned to support department needs.

Hayden Industrial has determined this position involves safety-sensitive job duties and will be considered a safety-sensitive position for purpose of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act (“The Unity Bill.”) effective August 29th, 2019.

Education and Experience:

·         Education: Associate degree in Engineering, Mechanical Design, or a related technical field is preferred.

·         Technical Expertise: 10 years of professional experience utilizing Autodesk Inventor or equivalent 3D CAD software, with a proven track record in 3D solid modeling and piece-part detailing.

·         Industry Knowledge: Strong foundational understanding of mechanical principles, manufacturing processes, material science, and basic structural design.

·         Specialized Experience: Hands-on experience designing pump skids and complex piping layouts.

·         Collaboration & Accountability: Exceptional independent problem-solving abilities coupled with strong communication skills for cross-departmental alignment.

·         Organization: Highly detail-oriented with the ability to maintain clean, fully detailed models that can be seamlessly handed off or reassigned within the drafting team if necessary.

Supervisor Responsibility:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:
Non-temperature controlled environment with loud noises, dust, dirt, and metal particles that are usually associated with metal fabrication shops. All employees are required to wear personal protective equipment to include noise/hearing protection, safety glasses with side shields, (paint masks, respirator, when required) and OSHA compliant safety boots/shoes within the manufacturing facility.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing duties of this job, the employee in this position is regularly required to stand for long periods of time. This position requires walking, the ability to reach, ascend/descend ladders, bend, kneel, and stoop. The employee occasionally will lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel:
No travel is required for this position.

Benefits:
Hayden Industrial offers a generous benefits package including comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, a generous paid time off schedule, and professional development opportunities.

AAP/EEO Statement:
Hayden Industrial is an equal employment opportunity employer. Hayden Industrial recognizes and embraces federal legislation on equal employment opportunity and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination. All applicants for employment and all employees will be afforded equal opportunity and treatment, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, national origin, disability status or other protected status. All employees are responsible for complying with all applicable Federal, State and Local Laws, rules and regulations regarding non-discrimination practices.