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Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineers
Department: Engineering Department
Reports To: Mechanical Engineering Manager
General Summary:
We have multiple openings in our mechanical design department and are looking
for Mechanical Engineers of all levels, with an emphasis on mid-level and senior
level. We have design offices in Tacoma, WA and Rickreall, OR and have positions
in both offices. Capable of conceptual design and execution of industrial
machine design. Utilizes AutoCAD computer-aided design (CAD) system and
peripheral equipment to generate design of mechanical equipment to meet company
standards and
customer specifications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Analyzes product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to
determine mechanical designs.
Plans, designs or modifies mechanical or electromechanical machinery.
Reviews drawings and specification manuals to determine mechanical design.
Prepares and directs preparation of mechanical layout and detailed drawings
and schematics.
Confers with Engineering Manager and Corporate Project Manager to review
design specifications of equipment.
Research parts specifications with parts department and parts vendors to
ensure compatibility with equipment design.
Directs and coordinates manufacturing or building of mechanical equipment.
Provides technical information concerning equipment manufacturing
techniques, materials, properties and process advantages.
Conducts tests of equipment under operational conditions to investigate
design proposals for improvement of equipment performance, or to obtain data
for further development, standardization, and quality control.
Confers with controls engineering department to ensure proper assembly and
performance of mechanical equipment.
Specializes in one or more engineering disciplines or proprietary products.
May direct and coordinate drafting, as necessary.
Provide hands-on instruction to shop personnel regarding specifications of
mechanical equipment.
Qualifications:
BSME/BSEE degree or comparable training/schooling in mechanical design
engineering or five years related experience.
Seven years experience in a manufacturing environment.
Computer knowledge of AutoCAD 2004, 3-D Solid Modeling - Inventor Preferred,
Excel, MSWord and Outlook.
Demonstrated knowledge of panel handling or wood product equipment is
desired.
Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic,
motion and control components.
Expertise and applicable knowledge in one or more engineering disciplines or
proprietary products.
Ability to read blueprints, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams and electrical
schematics.
Ability to collaborate with engineering project team and shop personnel to
ensure successful completion of projects.
Attention to detail with emphasis on drawing specifications.
Good written and verbal business communications skills.
Ability to be self directed and self motivated with minimal supervision.
Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently and meet strict timelines.
Ability to work in a team environment
with diverse team members.
Physical Demands And Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of
those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position typically spends 90% of the time in an office environment and 10% of
the time in a manufacturing environment. Spends approximately 90% of the time at
a PC terminal and 10% of the time on the phone. Some travel may be required.
Equipment used: PC and peripherals, fax machine, calculator and other standard
office equipment for recording, storing and presenting information. When
hands-on start up is required, may need to use hand tools and physically
interface with large equipment. On occasion, lifting requirements may be up to
25 lbs.
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