What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer- New Product Development position at Western Enterprises?
Who We Are:
Western Enterprises is the go-to source for businesses seeking reliable and efficient solutions for the control, storage, and transmission of high-pressure gases used in medical and industrial applications. Whether you need gas regulators, flow meters, or other compressed gas products, Western Enterprises has the expertise and experience to meet a variety of needs. We are a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to enhancing our digital presence and improving customer engagement. Our team is committed to developing cutting-edge products and solutions that meet the highest industry standards. We value collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement, and we strive to create an inclusive and supportive work environment.
What You'll Do:
A Mechanical Engineer drives commercially viable and patentable technology development to set Western apart from its international competitors in the worldwide compressed gas industry. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will:
- Perform complex engineering and analytical work to support the design and development of new products, such as valves, regulators, and manifolds.
- Serve as a project manager for new product development projects, guiding requirements development and leading product design and development teams.
- Drive the execution of qualification test plans for new products.
- Implement improvements to current product designs to enhance performance and reliability.
- Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure project success and timely delivery.
- Act as the sustaining engineer for a segment of the sustaining engineering products, maintaining and improving existing product lines.
What You'll Need:
- A Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (or an equivalent qualification); a graduate degree is a plus.
- 4 years of relevant experience in an engineering role.
- Demonstrated proficiency in engineering disciplines, including O-ring, spring, and thread selection; stress analysis; SolidWorks/CAD; product structuring; BOM creation; routings; regulatory design; structured problem solving; verification and validation processes; experimental design methodologies; tolerance analysis; and application of GD&T standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project) and desired proficiency in AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
- Certificates such as Project Management Professional, Six Sigma Black Belt, or Professional Engineer preferred.
- Skills in problem-solving with 8D, DMAIC, DOE, and ANOVA.
- Proficient in reading and creating drawings, as well as interpreting GD&T.
- Thorough knowledge of assembly and machining.
What You'll Gain:
- A competitive base salary accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package.
- The opportunity to work on innovative and complex engineering projects.
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, purchasing, planning, quality, sales, and marketing.
- Involvement in the development of industry best practices through trade associations and standards development organizations.
- Professional growth and development through contributing to the company's technology strategy.