Mechanical Project Engineer

Gypsum Management and Supply•Suwanee, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Mechanical Project Engineer Position Summary: Candidate must have a solid mechanical project engineering background. The primary role will be managing new and existing products design projects, planning, execution, and maintenance of mechanical engineering projects. Inspection of parts, trouble shooting and coordination with vendors is also required. Very diligent attention to detail and following up on every aspect of each project is essential. Excellent problem solving and SolidWorks CAD experience are required. Duties & Responsibilities: Manage new products and existing product design projects. Maintain engineering documents and systems. Solve manufacturing and engineering problems. Work with vendors on qualifying of parts, inspection and quality issues. Work with patent attorneys to draft and maintain Utility and Design Patents. Work with agencies to gain and maintain product approvals. Staying updated on the latest engineering technologies and best practices. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree (B.S) from four-year college or university, or 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have project management experience, generally consisting of new product design and improvement of existing products, parts and processes. Experience with part quality and basic inspection skills is required. This person must be proficient with SolidWorks CAD as well as MS Office. SolidWorks Certification preferred. Personal Effectiveness Demonstrated high level of inter-personal and teamwork skills Possesses a high degree of drive and ability to produce results and accomplish goals in a fast-paced environment Solid organizational skills Communication Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. The successful candidate must have the ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. The successful candidate must have the ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or board of directors. Reasoning Ability Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Supervisory Responsibilities None Core Competencies: Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity. Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude. Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done. Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members. Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title. Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results. Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers. Physical Requirements: Must be able to operate our current tools, also do preliminary testing of any new tools. Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment 80% of the time. Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc. Must be able to operate basic office machinery. Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Must make occasional shop/floor visits or vendor sites as needed. Required Cognitive Skills: Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks. Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects. Must be able to multitask. Must be able to receive and analyze information. Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur. Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative. Benefits & Perks: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance Wellness Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Paid Holidays & Vacation Days Professional Growth Opportunities Development & Training Programs This job description is subject to change at any time. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance. Job Location: Ames Tool Corporation - Suwanee 1327 Northbrook Parkway Suite 400 Suwanee, GA 30024 ‎ As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [email protected] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law. ‎ Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs ‎‎ Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance Wellness Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Paid Holidays & Vacation Days Professional Growth Opportunities Development & Training Programs Founded in 1971, GMS operates a network of more than 320 distribution centers with extensive product offerings of Wallboard, Ceilings, Steel Framing and Complementary Products. Additionally, GMS operates nearly 100 tool sales, rental and service centers, providing a comprehensive selection of building products and solutions for its residential and commercial contractor customer base across the United States and Canada. In addition to our commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, GMS also fosters a unique employee culture that combines a results-driven environment with a highly entrepreneurial, self-starter attitude. We are committed to conducting our business in a manner that aligns with our values of humility, mutual respect, service to others, and the guiding principle that “you can never go wrong doing the right thing.” GMS is a subsidiary of SRS Distribution, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot. For more information, please visit www.gms.com. As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [email protected] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.S) from four-year college or university, or 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have project management experience, generally consisting of new product design and improvement of existing products, parts and processes.
Experience with part quality and basic inspection skills is required.
This person must be proficient with SolidWorks CAD as well as MS Office.
Demonstrated high level of inter-personal and teamwork skills
Possesses a high degree of drive and ability to produce results and accomplish goals in a fast-paced environment
Solid organizational skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
The successful candidate must have the ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
The successful candidate must have the ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or board of directors.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.
Must be able to operate our current tools, also do preliminary testing of any new tools.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment 80% of the time.
Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Must make occasional shop/floor visits or vendor sites as needed.
Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
Must be able to multitask.
Must be able to receive and analyze information.
Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.