Component Engineer

GEA Group • Oakdale, CA

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About The Position

The Component Engineer develops mechanical information and technical specifications for standard components, provides technical guidance for new component development, and supports project design work in accordance with GEA standards, customer specifications, and applicable regulations, including USDA and 3A requirements. The role also identifies cost-saving opportunities related to parts and manufacturing procedures, participates in design reviews and USDA-3A workgroups, evaluates and approves design changes, and provides technical mentoring, leadership, and training to project teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, food science, or a related field; foreign equivalent accepted.
• At least three years of progressive responsibility with experience in mechanical engineering, process engineering, manufacturing, FEA, and AutoCAD and/or Inventor.
• Experience working with 3A and USDA regulations.
• Experience working with dairy component technology or in a related industry.
• Experience with MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical information related to standard components.
• Provide technical guidance for new component development.
• Identify and evaluate cost savings for parts and manufacturing procedures.
• Provide guidance on technical designs for projects according to GEA standards, customer specifications, and applicable regulations, including USDA and 3A.
• Create component technical specifications for the design department.
• Participate in design reviews and evaluate and approve design changes.
• Participate in USDA-3A workgroups.
• Provide technical mentoring, leadership, and training to project teams.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the line manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time