Design Engineer

Milwaukee Tool•Brookfield, MT

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Design Engineer I – Electrical/Plumbing Development (P&E) to join their innovative engineering teams. This role is part of the Plumbing & Electrical (P&E) Engineering Team, responsible for the development of batteries, motors, and electronics. The team designs and develops highly specific solutions to reduce strain and increase efficiency on the jobsite, leveraging advanced analysis tools, extensive hands-on testing, state-of-the-art manufacturing processes, and cross-functional agility. The Design Engineer I will be a member of a cross-functional team working in a fast-paced environment to bring new products from conception to production, involving design, testing, and creation of solutions to meet consumer requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Proficiency in GD&T and CAD.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a hands-on attitude.
Experience in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Power Point.
Willingness to learn skill sets outside primary discipline.
Ability to travel 10% of the time (travel includes Domestic and International).

Nice To Haves

1 + year of design experience in a related industry.
Electro-Mechanical exposure.
Willingness to learn skill sets outside primary discipline.

Responsibilities

Perform a wide variety of calculations and software aided analyses in areas such as mechanical stress analysis, material and heat treatment selection, tolerance and fit analyses, lubrication, spur and helical gear design, statics and dynamics, noise and vibration, and machine element design.
Evaluate product design relative to material selection, cost, and reliability.
Participate in field research with Plumbers, Electricians, HVAC Technicians and other professional users.
Develop and apply a manufacturing mindset to designs for efficient mass production of power tools.
Work as a technical resource to troubleshoot problems with manufacturing teams and suppliers.
Maintain regular communication with manufacturing and other global cross-functional team members to track projects and ensure adherence to schedule.
Interact with component suppliers and manufacturers for proper component selection and developing part/product specifications.
Schedule, develop agendas for, facilitate, and document technical meetings and formal presentations.
Independently develop, write, and analyze test requests with the Milwaukee Tool Test Laboratory.
Acquire knowledge and maintain an understanding of Milwaukee Tool’s development and manufacturing processes.