Mechanical Engineer

Dexter Career•Elk Grove Village, IL

9h•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Dexter Magnetic Technologies supplies specialized magnetic solutions and components to demanding applications in the medical, aerospace, defense, semiconductor manufacturing, oil and gas, and industrial end markets. Dexter’s engineers solve complex customer problems with innovative solutions, winning business based on quality, customer support, and application engineering expertise. For more information on Dexter Magnetic Technologies, please visit: https://www.dextermag.com/ . Basic Purpose and Objective of the Position Position is responsible for the design and development of mechanical components, assemblies and systems for new products. Evaluates and troubleshoots mechanical issues with customer and in-house projects. Leads design FMEA activities and collaborates with the cross-functional team to ensure design for manufacturability and design for assembly is considered for each project.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Biomedical Engineering preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of magnetic materials and applications a plus.

Responsibilities

Engineer and design mechanical components, fixtures, tooling assemblies, and systems using 3D solid-modeling, CAD and FEA, for new product introductions.
Follow and document Stage Gate Design Controls/Design History file, apply machining tolerances, perform tolerance stack-up analysis, material selection, provide project related documents; e.g. developing detail assembly prints following ASME Y14.5-2009, create test protocols, perform testing, write test reports, create inspection documents, create and document V&V activities (DOE/SPC process optimization & IQ, OQ, PQ).
Apply GD&T as required to designs, and components drawings.
Evaluate design integrity by performing complex design calculations (statics, dynamics, strength of materials analysis to ensure; design feasibility, proper function, and safety as required.
Leads project DFMEA efforts
Work with all affected areas on DFM/DFA, cost reductions, ECR’s/ECN’s, DMR’s and part obsolescence.
Working knowledge with ERP/MRP (preferably Epicor); part entry, BOM creation, job routing creation, cost estimation, DMR disposition, create purchase requisitions, sales order and purchase order lookup.
Communicate with and provide technical expertise to; suppliers, customers, Quality, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Sales.
Work to meet your personal engineering KPIs. Monthly, investigate and provide root cause analysis when KPIs are not met. Implement approved corrective actions.
Perform other duties as required.