Mechanical Design Engineer

1. JOB SUMMARY

• Performs a wide variety of technological functions in various aspects of mechanical engineering, primarily in support of design and development of factory automation systems.

2. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform engineering calculations with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure, force, etc. as related to machine and tool designs.

• Analyze/Review engineering drawings and specifications to determine shape, dimensions, hardness etc. in the development of equipment, processes and products.

• Examine feasibility of using one or more machines to carry out sequential operations.

• Produce working drawings, detail drawings and bills of materials for equipment, sub-assemblies or product using Solidworks.

• Analyze designs and systems for compliance to applicable standards (i.e. OSHA, CE , SEMI or customer specific).

• Liaise with customers and in-house technical and engineering staff.

• Liaise with vendors, fabricators, machinists, toolmaker and electricians for technical information and specifications, completion of equipment and resolving problems.

• Communicate all requested design changes to the Manager, Automation Engineering.

• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.

• Adhere to all ISO procedures pertaining to the job responsibilities.

• Responsible for communicating progress on tasks to supervising designer.

• Formalize and update drawing documentation.

• Completes projects by training and guiding technicians.

• May periodically assist the Engineering Administrative Assistant in preparing customer documentation.

• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct.

• Capable to travel for on-site support, system bring up, trouble shooting etc…

1. Education

A diploma or degree in mechanical design, mechanical engineering or equivalent

2. Experience:

>1 year of experience in Mechanical design and Equipment Manufacturing/NPI

3. Knowledge & Skills

• A working knowledge of common machine shop techniques.

• Must be able to communicate English at intermediate level

• Must be proficient in MS office

• Must have a thorough knowledge of drafting principles.

• Must be proficient in Solidworks or experience in other 3D CAD software.

• Must be capable of designing tooling from sketches or verbal concepts.

• Must be capable of working as part of a team.

• An understanding of the use of pneumatics and hydraulics.

• An understanding of the use of electrical devices. (I.e. switches, load cells, PLC, etc.)