Mechanical Designer II - Innovation

Description

Position Overview:

We’re on the hunt for a Mechanical Designer II to join our Innovation Team! If you enjoy designing with a passion for bringing innovative ideas to life, are organized, detail-oriented, and ready to take on exciting challenges in development, this is the job for you. This is a non-supervisory position.

Responsibilities:

· Research, design and develop novel mechanical systems.

· Work with innovation team to translate ideas and concepts into prototypes.

· Build and validate prototypes

· Transform concepts into functional prototypes

· Participate in team meetings to align project scope, deliverables, and goals.

· Review data, evaluate product samples, and recommend design adjustments.

· Create CAD models and drawings for components and assemblies for prototypes.

· Analyze CAD models for feasibility and prototyping.

· Hold design reviews on CAD designs and prototypes.

· Adaptability to support other projects as assigned

Requirements

Education:

· Two-year technical degree or the equivalent of least 2 years of experience.

Experience:

· 3 years of design experience

· Experience w/ plastic injection molding

· Experience designing consumer products preferred

Other Requirements:

· Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks)

· Strong mechanical aptitude, with hobbies or projects showcasing your passion for design

· Word, Excel, PowerPoint

· Ability and willingness to travel both internationally and domestically preferred

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to work well with numerous diverse groups and individuals

Skills:

Engineering Knowledge:

· ASME Y14.5

· Familiarity with metal and plastic manufacturing processes and secondary operations

· 3D CAD (including 2D drawings and 3D models - A-side plastic surfacing & B-side plastics design a plus)

· Familiar with the concepts of DFMA

· Tolerance stack analysis

· Ability to design, select and perform analysis of: bearings, shafts, transmission belts, sheaves & pulleys, keys and key seats, couplings, clutches & brakes, o-rings, retaining rings, springs, cables, fasteners, threads, etc.

· Familiarity with numerous materials and their properties including steels, aluminum, and plastics

Product and Market Knowledge:

· Consumer products development/engineering experience

· Has worked on products requiring industrial design

· Understands basic fitness knowledge

· Understands how customers interface w/product

· Understands human ergonomic issues

Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:

· Health & Dental Insurance

· Company paid Life Insurance

· 401(k)

· Paid Time Off benefits

· Product discounts

· Wellness programs