Mechanical Engineer II (80885)

THE GILL CORPORATION•El Monte, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gill Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II who will research, plan, and design mechanical and electromechanical products, systems and projects. They will direct and coordinate activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of these products, systems and projects. Reporting to the Engineering Group Leader, they will perform but not be limited to the following responsibilities.

Requirements

BSME from an accredited university.
Minimum 5 years’ experience with emphasis on design and fabrication of mechanical and electromechanical equipment and systems.
Experience with PID loop controllers, PLC’s and other plant control and monitoring equipment a must.
Familiarity with standard engineering equations and calculations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands on mentality
Ability to adjust to continuously shifting priorities
Proficient computer skills - Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Comfortable working on and around equipment and using proper PPE
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee.

Nice To Haves

Experience with composite materials and/or material sciences a plus
CAD experience a plus (CATIA, Solidworks, AutoCAD, etc)
SAP experience a plus
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles a plus
Minitab software experience a plus

Responsibilities

Research and analyze data, design proposals and specifications to determine feasibility of design or application.
Design products or systems such as instruments, controls, robots, machines, mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, or heat transfer systems and systems to interface machines, hardware, and software.
Direct and coordinate fabrication and installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and specifications.
Coordinate operation, maintenance, and repair activities to obtain optimum utilization of machines and equipment.
Evaluate existing installations and recommend design modifications to improve equipment performance and eliminate machine or system malfunctions
Develop and/or improve processes for the manufacture of new or existing products.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement countermeasures to prevent equipment failure recurrence.
Develop and implement concepts, including Lean Manufacturing, etc., to reduce manufacturing cost and increase process throughput.
Create/manage manufacturing documentation, and provide technical oversight to bring high priority projects to a successful conclusion including training
Lead equipment trials supported by data analysis and recommend appropriate next steps.
Work in a proactive manner to manage the technical direction of assigned manufacturing areas, in concert with the overall technical direction of the site.
Other essential duties may be assigned.
Oversee contractors and personnel related to fabrication, installation and maintenance activities for assigned projects