Summary: Perform functions by applying Engineering principles and material science to design, develop and test new products and modify and improve existing products.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Duties/Responsibilities:

o Research and propose new products to enhance the company’s product line.

o Analyze various design requirements and recommend possible solutions or alternate constructions.

o Review approved project plans with management to establish parameters and overall objectives.

o Develop preliminary product part and component design drawings and specify materials, dimension, load and torque, stress, structure, and tolerance requirements.

o Develop project and/or product cost estimates and tentative time schedules.

o Conduct and analyze test results, examine prototypes, and modify product designs as necessary to meet project objectives.

o Work with vendors to develop final product manufacturing methods and costs.

o Troubleshoot product manufacturing problems as requested.

o Keep abreast of technological developments in the field.

o Prepare layouts, assembly, and detail drawings for customized products.

o Participate or facilitate periodic meetings as required.

o Evaluate and test competitive products.

o Create new part number schemes and maintain existing part numbers

o Direct work of engineering model shop to construct prototype models.

o Maintain product drawings.

o Design and build test and production fixtures as required.

o Have career initiative and leadership ambition.

o Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

o Maintain clean working environment.

o Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

o Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel

o 3D CAD Experience, SolidWorks preferred

Education/Experience:

o Five years or more of experience.

o Bachelor’s degree in mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics or equivalent experience.

Physical Requirements:

o Able to lift 40 pounds.