Mechanical Engineer, Entry

Virco MFG. Corpoation • Conway, AR

9h • $65,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Provide engineering design, maintenance support, and training to the manufacturing areas, and assess new and existing equipment to optimize efficiency, safety, quality, and cost effectiveness in the production of educational and commercial furniture. Develop project designs for research and development in support or corporate strategic planning requirements.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D drafting/modeling tools like SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, or Creo.
• The ability to articulate complex technical ideas, write reports, and collaborate in cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical problem-solving capabilities and the ability to clearly present information to senior engineers and management.
• Must be able to have basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and complete design engineering projects to maximize production and cost effectiveness.
• Design new equipment and machinery as conceived to support the in-house needs of manufacturing and engineering.
• Assist in building, installing, and testing new equipment to ensure production capabilities.
• Determine maintenance schedules, procedures, and safety standards on current and new equipment to ensure equipment is operating, maintained, and serviced properly.
• Train technicians and operators in manufacturing procedures to ensure consistent adherence of inter-plant process specifications/standards.
• Apply analytical, evaluative, and constructive expertise to design engineering projects by the critical deadlines assigned.
• Communicate on all shifts with operators, technicians, and management to ensure success on projects and problems while managing catastrophic failure conditions and subsequent repairs.
• Follow company’s standards for the department regarding blueprint layouts, dimensioning, tolerances, symbols, etc., keeping continuity of all prints.
• Must be flexible to perform other duties as assigned and requested.

What This Job Offers

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