Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Summary Using engineering techniques, helps to design, maintain, or improve new or existing products and/or components. Job Duties Analyzes product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine designs which can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods Design, model and test prototypes for products Establish design briefs Evaluates engineering test results for possible application to developments of systems or other uses Create concepts, performance and production criteria Identify and select materials needed for production Create parts lists List costs involved in production Make samples of working models for demonstration Plan marketing initiatives for product Negotiate appropriate production processes Improve usability of an item Use computer-aided design (CAD) to design concepts Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.) Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures Perform other duties as assigned Experience and Education Performs work under general supervision Handle moderately complex issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher-level staff Possess solid working knowledge of subject matter May provide leadership, coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group Typically require a bachelor's degree and 2 to 4 years of experience Competencies/ Skills Intermediate verbal and written communication skills Technical skills Vision Creativity Ability to meet deadlines Planning skills Leadership skills Pay range: $78,000.00 - $90,000.00