Mechanical Engineer I
About The Position
The Mechanical Engineer I supports the design, development, and continuous improvement of ECS products throughout the product life cycle. The role works with engineering, manufacturing, sales, purchasing, quality, and customers to develop new products, enhance existing product lines, and advance quality and cost improvement initiatives. The engineer helps ensure products are designed, produced, and delivered to meet performance, quality, and business objectives while supporting operational excellence and customer satisfaction. The position is full-time and on-site in St. Louis, Missouri. Compensation starts at $72,000 annually, with a 10% annual incentive opportunity. Actual starting pay depends on experience, skills, and overall qualifications.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 1–3 years of experience in a mechanical engineering design role, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Experience using CAD software for mechanical design, with proficiency in SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar 3D modeling tools.
- Working knowledge of engineering standards and regulations, including OSHA, ANSI, and CE requirements.
- Understanding of materials selection, manufacturing processes, and fabrication methods.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and technical communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Ability to occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 pounds and work in manufacturing and testing environments as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting new product development projects from concept through production.
- Experience with compressed air systems or related industrial equipment.
- Experience using FEA and/or CFD tools to support product design and analysis.
- Exposure to prototype development, testing, and validation activities.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement, quality enhancement, and cost-reduction initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical solutions for new products and enhancements to existing product lines.
- Create 3D models, components, and assemblies that meet performance, quality, and customer requirements.
- Select, specify, and integrate purchased and vendor-supplied components into product designs.
- Develop engineering documentation, including drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), specifications, P&IDs, and other technical records.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, sales, and customers throughout the product lifecycle.
- Ensure designs are manufacturable, maintainable, cost-effective, and compliant with applicable safety standards.
- Participate in design reviews, provide technical recommendations, and incorporate feedback.
- Design, build, and test prototypes and test fixtures to validate product performance and functionality.
- Provide technical support and engineering expertise to internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, reliability, and cost reduction.
Benefits
- 10% annual incentive opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
