Mechanical Engineer (Lead)

***Orttech is thrilled to announce an opportunity for a Lead Engineer position. Join a great company with an engaging culture that offers outstanding benefits. To take the next step in your career, send your resume to Amy Smith at asmith@orttech.com.

The Lead Mechanical Engineer provides engineering support for INDUSTRY LEADING, PREMIER industrial CLUTCH and BRAKE solutions to the mechanical industries, including: METAL FORMING (PRESS), MARINE PROPULSION, WINCH, and AGRICULTURAL.

Compensation Data: Exempt salary, based on experience.

Location: Solon, Ohio – 100% onsite

Travel: Approximately 20% including Mexico, required

Schedule: M-F, Hours can vary

Key Responsibilities:

Product Application Engineering & Operational Support

·        Machine Design of press crankshaft end components – adapting Ortlinghaus clutch/brakes with bearings, flywheels, spacers, etc., to create a “kit”. Occasional design of assembly fixtures, misc.

·        Technical Support to Orttech clutch and brake mechanic for inspections/repairs/rebuilds.

·        Oversee internal Quality/Inspection of purchased and fabricated parts and complete units.

·        Interface with Hydraulic systems supplier in sizing HPU for Ortlinghaus hydraulic clutch/brakes.

·        Special Engineering Projects: design of test fixtures/display stands/miscellaneous parts and assemblies.

Sales and Customer Application Support

·        Technical Sales Support of Application Engineering and Field Sales.

·        Effective COMMUNICATION SKILLS required with both customers and overseas counterparts.

Remote and In-Field Customer Support

·        Interface with customers to answer technical questions/troubleshoot issues with Ortlinghaus clutch/brakes used on metal forming stamping presses.

·        TRAVEL required for service & support (nonphysical labor) to metal stamping press facilities throughout North America several times a year for instrumentation and monitoring of customer equipment (clutch controls on stamping presses). Approximately 10-12 trips per year.

·        Effective COMMUNICATION SKILLS required with both customers and overseas counterparts.

Level of Work:

·        Experience in MECHANICAL DRIVES and understanding of POWER TRANSMISSION/TORQUE highly beneficial.

·        Strong understanding of all aspects of mechanical engineering including the following:

o  Mechanical power transmission components

o  Hydraulic Power Units and components, valves, pumps

o  Control schematics and components

o  Electrical knowledge is helpful but not required.

o  Trouble shooting

·        Hands on engineer – small amount of “wrench twisting” required to oversee inspection/disassembly/repair of Ortlinghaus Industrial Clutches and Brakes

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

·        Office time: sitting at a desk working on a computer/email/CAD/design tools/phone calls with customers. Requires moving about the office.

·        Warehouse. Lifting is typically around 10 lbs., but on occasions there can be as much as 50 lbs.

·        Outside work includes traveling to customer locations throughout North America, typically the USA but occasionally Mexico, to

o  Connect monitoring/DAQ equipment to hydraulic/electronic press controls and to adjust and fine tune functions of the hydraulic system.

o  Standing, walking, climbing ladders and industrial spiral stairs, kneeling, and reaching during service tasks.

o  Comfortable with heights of up to 50 feet, riding on manlifts, walking on the crown of metal stamping presses on surfaces that are often oily and/or dirty.

o  Use of PPE (safety glasses, steel-toe boots, gloves, hearing protection) and adherence to site requirements.

·        Occasional international travel required to Mexico for service/support

What you will need to succeed:

Education & Qualifications:

·        Bachelor of Science Degree in mechanical Engineering, required

·        5 years’ experience, Press Industry knowledge huge plus

Competencies:

·        2D/3D CAD proficient (AutoCAD/SolidWorks preferred)

·        Mechanical/Technical aptitude – proven problem solving and hands on mechanical ability

·        Experience in MECHANICAL DRIVES and understanding of POWER TRANSMISSION/TORQUE

·        Excellent oral and written communication skills.

·        Ability to establish and cultivate relationships with customers and colleagues.

·        Ability to work independently and comfortable making decisions within communicated parameters.

·        Ability to evaluate alternatives and make appropriate judgements within established guidelines.

·        Willingness to get “hands dirty” and troubleshoot problems/issues

·        Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to multi-task.

Why Join Orttech, Inc.:

·        Medical Insurance 100% covered, Dental and Vision offered at Employee Expense 

·        Profit Sharing

·        Discretionary Bonus

·        401(k) Employee Deferred Program

·        Adjusted summer hours with compensation

·        Paid Vacation and Holidays

Our Commitment and Difference: 

Orttech is comprised of Orttech, Inc. and Orttech, Ltd. Both are located in Solon, OH. Orttech became the US distributor for Ortlinghaus products in 1978 and expanded the territory to include Canada and Mexico in 1993. Orttech is now the exclusive distributor for the North American market and services OEM, user and rebuilder customers.

Orttech provides Value Added Engineered Solutions for Power Transmission applications. We have over a half a dozen engineers on staff ready to help you come up with the best solution to solve a Power Transmission application. We sell Orttech designed conversion kits that include Ortlinghaus products around the world for new applications.

Orttech is a stocking distributor with over $2MM worth of spare parts as well complete units. We provide same day shipping of spare parts as well complete units as needed. We also have a first class customer service center staffed by fully trained sales administrators that are eager to help you.

Orttech, Inc. and Orttech, Ltd. are Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employers and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities.

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