Design Engineer I - Quantum

Pride Mobility & Quantum Rehab • Duryea, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

To be part of a team responsible for designing, prototyping, testing, and assembling new rehab power chairs and seating systems, and improving upon existing products in accordance with the company’s procedures and protocols.

Requirements

• Must be a creative team player, friendly, professional, detail-oriented and honest.
• Must have the ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize in a fast-paced working environment.
• Must have the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplined cross-functional team.
• Must have the ability to use hand tools and standard power tools.
• Must have the ability to read and comprehend work instructions.
• Must have the ability to prepare and build prototypes.
• Must have the ability to prepare and present summary reports.
• Must be able to travel internationally at least twice a year for up to 2 weeks at a time.
• Must have a relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have basic working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or Creo.
• Must have basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must have strong mechanical inclination.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now, or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Intermediate working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or Creo preferred.
• Basic familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and SolidWorks Simulation preferred.
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) preferred.
• Basic familiarity with American National Standards Institute/Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (ANSI/RESNA), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards preferred.
• Basic understanding of various manufacturing methods and their respective effects on component design preferred.
• Basic understanding of Permanent Magnet DC motor theory and design preferred.
• Basic understanding of Lean Principles preferred.
• Basic working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Product Data Management (PDM) systems preferred.
• At least 1,000 hours or 1 year of equivalent experience in 3D solid modeling of mechanical components and assemblies along with 2D detail drawings preferred.
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with machining, welding, and fabrication of mechanical assemblies preferred.
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience in the design, manufacturing, and assembly of fabricated mechanical components and systems preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience utilizing GD&T preferred.
• Current or previous successful employment experience with Pride Mobility Products Corporation preferred.
• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze mechanical systems and assemblies including but not limited to high load structural systems, suspension systems, vehicle chassis, and other powered or manual positioning systems.
• Develop, release, and revise mechanical drawings and 3D models.
• Ensure designs’ safety, effectiveness, manufacturability, reliability, and Superior Product at Reduced Cost (SPARC) initiatives are met.
• Perform inspections, verification and validation testing.
• Meet and fulfill project timelines and budgets.
• Assist in continuous improvement of design procedure and protocol to help drive design efficiency.
• Travel to domestic and international contract manufacturers as needed for product launches.
• Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents, incidents, or injuries are promptly reported to management.
• Complete the annual CTPAT Security Training.
• Focus on continuous improvement, and consistently demonstrate good business judgment.
• Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations.
• Pride retains the discretion to modify duties and/or assign other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Pride Mobility Products®/Quantum Rehab® is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
• Pride Mobility Products®/Quantum Rehab® is an Affirmative Action Employer with obligations under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
• If you are a person with a disability, a disabled veteran, or require a reasonable accommodation or assistance in completing an application for employment, please contact our human resources department at 1-800-800-8586 x1250.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level