What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at PIA Automation?
PIA Automation seeks an on-site, full-time Mechanical Engineer to design automatic assembly equipment. In this role, the engineer will:
- Evaluate preliminary design at quote stage and determine feasibility of quote based on customer requirements and specifications
- Use 3D modeling software to design equipment based on customer specifications, and compare against previous designs
- Determine material, heat treat, plating etc., based on requirements and cost
- Check received customer prints and maintain in Engineering file
- Prioritize tasks and track results to meet deadlines
- Manage costs (materials & time) related to mechanical design budgets
- Review design with Controls and Manufacturing Departments
- Develop drawing package for fabrication and assembly
- Check drawings for accuracy
- Assist Manufacturing during fabrication, assembly, and debug
- Write specifications for vendor purchases
- Create Bills of Material of purchase items. Verify that part numbers and revision levels match design requirements
- Perform stress analysis as required for designs
- Maintain project records
- Respond to customer questions in support of new programs / quotes
Requirements:
- Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- At least one year of automation experience
- Must be proficient in 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks