Associate Manager - Mechanical Engineer

Chamberlain Group•Germantown, WI

5d•$80,700 - $153,750•Onsite

About The Position

Systems, LLC, an affiliate of Chamberlain Group, is a U.S.-based manufacturer of loading dock equipment—marketed under the Poweramp, DLM, and McGuire brands. With manufacturing facilities in Germantown, Wisconsin and Malvern, Arkansas, all products are designed and produced in the USA using lean manufacturing techniques. We strive to recruit the best talent in the industry and give employees opportunities for continuing education and training to help them advance in their careers. This is a role within Systems' Engineering group. A successful incumbent is expected to (i) Work independently and manage high complexity projects and large strategic project initiatives; mentor and support other engineers on projects; work independently and collaboratively to implement design and process improvement projects while regularly tracking and reporting progress, and (ii) Develop an strategic understanding of company products, including competitive products, appropriate uses, general designs, manufacturing processes, and acceptable design modifications; develop understanding of product liability requirements and implement liability mitigation.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
7+ years of related experience
Experience supervising, leading teams, or mentoring engineers
Experience or familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, control systems, structural steel, or welded fabrications
Project management experience
Working knowledge of CAD, 2D and 3D
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Working knowledge of project management principles

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering License
Six Sigma Green Belt
Experience in a metal fabrication environment
Experience in design of mechanical components and assemblies
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor or similar 3D modeling software
Patent and intellectual property knowledge or experience
General knowledge of ERP/MRP software is beneficial

Responsibilities

Work independently and manage high complexity projects and large strategic project initiatives; mentor and support other engineers on projects; work independently and collaboratively to implement design and process improvement projects while regularly tracking and reporting progress
Develop an strategic understanding of company products, including competitive products, appropriate uses, general designs, manufacturing processes, and acceptable design modifications; develop understanding of product liability requirements and implement liability mitigation
Analyze, utilize and update ERP configuration data within the company's enterprise resource program (ERP) to process complex special customer orders/ETOs and release work orders and special drawings to manufacturing and analyze data for potential new projects
Apply advanced engineering principles and concepts to the design process for various products
Create and revise advanced models and assemblies using 3D CAD software; update production drawings in response to engineering design changes and other continuous improvement initiatives including new product development
Develop an advanced understanding of engineering work flows to support production and other departments
Create complex engineering change notices (ECNs), distribute for approval, and process as required
Coordinate with production to identify process and product improvements; provide recommendations for improvements to management and implement as required
Conceptualize, develop prototypes, test, and validate designs for complex products; select and test materials and components that will be suitable for products
Support technical service group in the troubleshooting and root cause analysis around product issues
Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.
Protect Chamberlain Group’s and Systems’ reputation by keeping information confidential.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.