Mechanical Engineer

Sapsol Technologies Inc•Asheville, NC

About The Position

Coordinate with the India Engineering Center (IEC) and enable successful project execution and have a daily sync with the offshore team and IEC leadership Perform a full lifecycle product development (Design, Develop, test prototypes, and implement) Design systems and components that meet needs and requirements Interact with cross-functional teams and engineers from other disciplines, to understand various requirements in developing the design Develop Project Plan, Risk Management and other requirements as per Business unit specific process Perform product verification to evaluate the products overall performance, reliability and safety. Alter and modify design to meet requirements and to eliminate malfunctions. Perform VAVE study and identify cost out opportunities which are quality neutral. Perform cost benefit analysis and finalize annualized savings for given project Lead cost out opportunity mining exercises within Mechanical domain by spend - Pareto analysis, Should cost, competitor bench-marking, tear down etc. Work with global Product sustenance teams to maintain alignment on business unit R&D and existing product development road maps and resources. Work effectively with cross-functional teams during all phases of the toll-gate process Work with Regulatory Affairs team members to acquire the required product approvals such as, U.L., FDA, C.S.A. and European product certifications.

Requirements

Mechanical engineering background with experience in Value engineering, Value analysis, Cost Out i.e., saving reducing the price of parts.
New product development experience, engineering change process
Experience in creating Test plan and verification and validation of the design.
Bachelor’s/ Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering with 8 - 13 years’ of experience
Proven working experience in mechanical engineering, specifically in the design and development of products such as laboratory, home appliances, temperature and pressure control equipment's.
Solid understanding of core concepts including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science etc.
Solid understanding of technical risk assessment and mitigation plan development
Must have good communication skills to work globally and across functions
Design Verification Plan development and risk assessment
Creativity and analytical skills, Organizational skills, such as time and resource planning and the ability to work under pressure.
Effectively identify, measure, communicate and manage risks, recommend options which are supported by a clear fact set and analysis
Strong time management skills, prioritization abilities and take ownership of issues and tasks
Knowledge in project management in theory and practice. Ability to manage Scope, Schedule, cost & Quality requirements
Ability to own end to end success of the project, engaging cross functions, ensuring accountability, execution of timelines, and continuous change management to deliver on-time, qualitative results
Competent in the use of project management tools like MPP, techniques and software tools.
Candidate should have a L1 or H1B Visa valid minimum for an year

Nice To Haves

Solid works, 3D modeling, Regulatory Affairs/ISO 13485
Knowledge of refrigeration systems including hydrocarbon and natural refrigerant-based systems, heat load calculations etc. would be an added advantage
Knowledge on Safety regulatory requirements of laboratory equipment will be preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the India Engineering Center (IEC) and enable successful project execution
Perform a full lifecycle product development (Design, Develop, test prototypes, and implement)
Design systems and components that meet needs and requirements
Interact with cross-functional teams and engineers from other disciplines, to understand various requirements in developing the design
Develop Project Plan, Risk Management and other requirements as per Business unit specific process
Perform product verification to evaluate the products overall performance, reliability and safety.
Alter and modify design to meet requirements and to eliminate malfunctions.
Perform VAVE study and identify cost out opportunities which are quality neutral.
Perform cost benefit analysis and finalize annualized savings for given project
Lead cost out opportunity mining exercises within Mechanical domain by spend - Pareto analysis, Should cost, competitor bench-marking, tear down etc.
Work with global Product sustenance teams to maintain alignment on business unit R&D and existing product development road maps and resources.
Work effectively with cross-functional teams during all phases of the toll-gate process
Work with Regulatory Affairs team members to acquire the required product approvals such as, U.L., FDA, C.S.A. and European product certifications.