Engineering Associate

Hendrickson • Canton, OH

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Facilitate the design and development of trailer suspension systems and components from concept through implementation. Provide technical support of current products to ensure they exceed the expectations of our production facilities and customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and application of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Nice To Haves

• Degrees in Mechanical, Agricultural, or Aerospace Engineering preferred.
• Experience in vehicle structural design (preferably heavy or medium duty truck) with exposure to vehicle dynamics, structural analysis, fatigue analysis, and finite element analysis preferred.
• Exposure to Project Management skills and techniques a plus.
• Good knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes such as welding, stamping, forming, machining, casting, etc. preferred.
• Solid modeling experience using 3D modeling software, PTC Creo preferred.
• Good drafting skills, including knowledge of dimensioning and tolerance practices per ANSI Y14.5 preferred

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models, assembly layouts, drawings, and specifications necessary to insure the proper fit, form, and function of the designs
• Perform and participate in the analysis necessary to help define the most efficient product designs, in terms of cost-effectiveness, weight, and performance.
• Complete all associated top-level assembly and subassembly components, including detailing of part drawings. Process/Release Engineering Change Notices through proper channels and systems
• Develop and maintain appropriate design FMEA’s and assist in the creation of the Design Verification Plan.
• Create prototype drawings of suspension components and assemblies, for use in construction of prototypes to be built and tested at Hendrickson’s R&D facility and assist in the testing when applicable.
• Work closely with internal manufacturing and purchasing departments, as well as outside suppliers, to obtain the best overall solutions to design problems.
• Specify and approve MPAP and PPAP requirements
• Create and present product development material for Management review at major milestones throughout the product development process.

What This Job Offers

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