Mechanical Engineer II

Alto-Shaam • Menomonee Falls, WI

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of Engineering Management, develop and analyze new or existing designs to meet product specifications while considering feasibility of operation, manufacturing and application. Ensure products continually meet or exceed customer & market needs, agency & compliance requirements, manufacturing continuous improvement, and cost savings initiatives.
The ideal candidate for a Mechanical Engineer II would be able to do the following:
Under minimal supervision, plan, conceptualize, and create innovative designs for new products or updates to existing products with a focus on quality, cost, manufacturability, product performance and agency compliance.
Perform testing and validation of new designs or updates to existing products. Clearly document results and recommendations for product & process improvement.
Coordinate pilot builds for testing and customer field trials throughout the NPD process.
Perform engineering calculations to support design work.
Create and review technical drawings, plans, and specifications.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering and cross functional teams to execute upon project deliverables, and work with suppliers and contractors.
Perform detailed documentation to track project development and design process.
Under minimal supervision, ensure adherence to the New Product Development process, project timelines are met, projects stay within budget and on target for product performance and cost.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or in a related field
• 2 years of experience working in engineering
• Understanding of engineering concepts, and experience designing mechanical systems and products
• Ability to apply basic engineering principles and statistics to solve problems.
• Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Understanding of Agency and Certification Standards, such as UL, Energy Star, ASTM, etc.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, including sheet metal fabrication and injection molding.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in both verbal and written formats.
• Must be self-motivated and a great team worker.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (word, excel, access, outlook)

Responsibilities

• Plan, conceptualize, and create innovative designs for new products or updates to existing products with a focus on quality, cost, manufacturability, product performance and agency compliance.
• Perform testing and validation of new designs or updates to existing products. Clearly document results and recommendations for product & process improvement.
• Coordinate pilot builds for testing and customer field trials throughout the NPD process.
• Perform engineering calculations to support design work.
• Create and review technical drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering and cross functional teams to execute upon project deliverables, and work with suppliers and contractors.
• Perform detailed documentation to track project development and design process.
• Ensure adherence to the New Product Development process, project timelines are met, projects stay within budget and on target for product performance and cost.

Benefits

• Earn an annual bonus on your gross income, which has averaged 15% over the past five years
• Low to NO COST premiums for full coverage healthcare with wellness participation
• 11 paid holidays and generous earned PTO
• Advancement opportunities to grow through our career ladders program
• Tuition assistance to pursue a degree or certification
• Fitness reimbursement for gym memberships, classes, or training sessions
• Biannual performance reviews with yearly merit increases
• Annual free lunch with the company president to celebrate your work anniversary

What This Job Offers

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