Senior Design Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Design Engineer to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in maintaining, troubleshooting, and enhancing our automated and semi-automated equipment, ensuring we consistently meet production, quality, and safety standards. Beyond your technical contributions, you will also take on supervisory responsibilities, guiding and mentoring junior team members.

Job Summary:

The Senior Design Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and improvement of our automated and semi-automated production equipment. This role requires a strong technical background in mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, coupled with proven leadership abilities to oversee projects and provide mentorship within the engineering department.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead and execute special projects, including the design and fabrication of production equipment (automated and semi-automated assembly and secondary machines), material selection, and tooling requirements.
• Evaluate and optimize existing mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to significantly improve yield and throughput.
• Develop and implement innovative mechanical/electromechanical fixtures and machines by meticulously analyzing customer requirements.
• Collaborate extensively with Quality and Process Engineers, and other cross-functional departments, to gather all necessary requirements for detailed scopes for new equipment procurement.
• Ensure system and product quality by meticulously confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Maintain equipment operational efficiency by coordinating maintenance and repair services, strictly adhering to manufacturer's instructions and established procedures, and requesting specialized services as needed.
• Accurately estimate tooling costs from the initial design phase through fabrication.
• Coordinate effectively with machine vendors throughout the entire project lifecycle, from concept and design to fabrication, runoff, and equipment setup.
• Uphold strict adherence to Company policies and procedures, safety and environmental standards, and excellent housekeeping practices.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and repair support to the maintenance team for production equipment.
• Supervise and mentor design engineers, providing technical guidance, reviewing designs, and fostering their professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of experience and education (preferred).
• Advanced 3D Design capability, preferably with Autodesk Inventor 2024, with a minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing and maintaining automated assembly machines (e.g., Swanson, Bodine, or similar carousel-type assembly machines).
• Minimum of 5yrs of Supervisory Experience.
• In-depth knowledge of hydraulic systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of pneumatic systems.
• Exceptional ability to interpret all types of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and complete projects from inception to completion.
• Proficiency in following and understanding PLC code.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, capable of conveying complex technical information clearly.
• Excellent organizational and computer skills.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet specified deadlines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1.       Must submit to and pass a drug test pursuant to Company Drug-Free Workplace Policy which includes random testing.

2.       Must have good vision (may be corrected).

3.       Must be able to communicate written and verbally.

4.       Must be able to stand/walk/sit for prolonged periods of time.

5.       Must be able to travel.

6.       Must have stamina to work more than the scheduled workday when needed, including nights and weekends.

7.       Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

8.       Must be physically present during business hours.

TRAINING:

1.       Safety Orientation

2.       HAZCOM/Right to Know

3.       Annual Drug and Alcohol Awareness

4.       Annual Ethics Refresher

5.       DOT Job Specific/Procedures/Company Security Objectives

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job- related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities required. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.