Engineer, Mechanical

ASSA ABLOY•Carrollton, TX

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer designs, develops, and improves new and existing products and components; fabricates and tests prototypes; and ensures product integrity, technical accuracy, and applicability. The role also releases final products for manufacture and distribution. The engineer manages projects and product development from initiation through completion, coordinating with functional teams, research personnel, sales, engineering colleagues, suppliers, and customers. Responsibilities span product design, prototype construction and testing, production quality and cost review, field testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and evaluating technology and product opportunities. For positions involving HVLS fan engineering, the role also participates in AMCA International committees to support regulatory compliance and development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
5–8+ years of engineering experience, preferably in product design engineering and manufacturing.
For HVLS fan engineering positions, 1–3+ years of HVAC or airflow experience.
Experience managing multiple simultaneous projects.
Advanced or intermediate experience with industry drafting and CAD standards.
Experience in product design, GD&T using CATIA CAD tools, and DFMEA.
Hands-on product experience, including recognizing problems, anticipating potential outcomes, and implementing countermeasures promptly.
Ability to use a personal computer and spreadsheet, word-processing, database, and automated-system applications.
Advanced or intermediate skill with Microsoft Office applications; Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint are preferred.
Working knowledge of and ability to use 2D and 3D CAD.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Professional engineering licensure.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Manage projects, changes, and development from start through completion while communicating and coordinating with other functional groups.
Plan, design, and develop products or components; prepare or direct project layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
Plan and develop experimental test products and coordinate prototype construction with Model Shop employees.
Analyze test data and reports to assess whether designs meet functional and performance specifications.
Gather and analyze research data and proposed product specifications, determine feasibility, and consult with relevant personnel to resolve issues and develop designs.
Conduct business case analysis and planning to support commercialization of new products.
Review series production of new products to help ensure quality standards and cost targets are met.
Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.
Prepare design modifications and evaluate engineering test results for potential application to product development or other uses.
Consult with suppliers about parts or products needed to design or improve products and components.
Provide design, prototype, and validation support for improvements to existing products.
Oversee installation and testing of field test units at customer sites; gather customer feedback and inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, or repair units as needed.
Create and update product documentation, including manuals, architectural surveys, and layout drawings.
For positions requiring HVLS fan engineering, serve on AMCA International committees to help ensure products meet regulations and support development of new regulations.
Visit suppliers to assess technology advances, product status, cost-saving opportunities, capabilities, and root causes of issues.
Monitor technology markets, customer feedback, and benchmarking to identify and understand new product opportunities.