Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing mechanical systems and components. This role requires a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, along with proficiency in various engineering tools and methodologies. The Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success from conception through implementation.

Responsibilities

Project & Bid Management:

• Compile Overhead Contact System bills of material for project bids from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with stakeholders and timely completion of deliverables.
• Track project milestones, providing updates to management and maintaining comprehensive documentation.
• Coordinating engineering requirements and aligning with the Project Manager for RFQs/RFIs and submissions.

Engineering Design & Development:

• Design Overhead Contact System (OCS) assemblies for awarded projects.
• Prepare documentation for submittal, including assembly and component drawings, test reports, O&M, cost estimates, and other required submittal documents as required.
• Evaluate, design, and test mechanical and electromechanical systems, applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, and materials.
• Develop manufacturing processes by designing or modifying equipment and assembly methods.
• Review project submittals, system capabilities, and contractor RFIs, providing technical feedback and necessary revisions.

Testing & Quality Assurance:

• Develop testing methods to evaluate mechanical systems, ensuring adherence to quality standards and product specifications.
• Provide on-site support for installation, testing, and commissioning, assisting clients with system integration and operation.
• Assure system quality by testing finished products and confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Document and analyze product performance, compiling reports on trends, test results, and potential improvements.

Maintenance & Technical Support:

• Maintain product and system databases, developing and implementing data tracking systems.
• Provide technical guidance to team members and support customer inquiries related to product capabilities and maintenance.

Customer & Team Engagement:

• Attend customer meetings, build events, trade shows and industry standards meetings as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of all systems and alignment with project goals.
• Support training and development for technicians, sharing best practices and ensuring knowledge transfer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Professional Engineering license preferred.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, is essential.
• Experience with project scheduling tools and techniques.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and practices.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards relevant to mechanical engineering.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis effectively.
• Knowledge of MATLAB for modeling and simulation purposes is preferred.
• Design and develop mechanical systems and components using CAD software, particularly SolidWorks.
• Create and analyze schematics to ensure proper functionality of mechanical designs.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify issues in existing products and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish project schedules and meet deadlines.
• Fabricate prototypes and conduct testing to validate design concepts against specifications.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards throughout the design process.
• Utilize MATLAB for simulations and data analysis to support engineering decisions.
• Work with logic controllers for automation projects as needed.
• Document all engineering processes, designs, and modifications for future reference.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team environment.

Join us in pushing the boundaries of innovation while contributing to exciting projects that make a difference!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person - Mount Olive, NC 28365