R&D Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
The Research & Development Mechanical Engineer executes mechanical design, support, and research engineering tasks for new products in the robotics painting market. Assigned tasks vary in size and complexity and require attention to engineering and design details. The role designs robotic linkages, selects drives and other peripheral components, and evaluates how these elements affect product performance, reliability, and cost. In addition to new product research and development, the engineer resolves issues with existing products and installations. The role works with stakeholders to investigate and address mechanical hardware issues involving motion, electrical, and fluid-handling components. The engineer also develops and carries out paint product validation and performance tests, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and creates technical procedures and product documentation. Some business travel is required as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience through coursework, research, internships, co-op assignments, or industry work involving mechanical design and analysis.
- Fundamental understanding of machine design, mechanisms, and mechanical system development.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly documentation, and technical procedures.
- Exposure to CAD modeling software and engineering calculation tools, including SolidWorks, Mathcad, or similar platforms.
- Interest in robotics, automation, and the development of industrial equipment.
- Demonstrated analytical and troubleshooting skills for solving mechanical and interdisciplinary engineering challenges.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and contribute to project schedules and technical deliverables.
- Willingness to learn FANUC robot operation, programming, and robotic application development.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering.
- At least 3 years of experience in mechanical design and analysis, using tools such as SolidEdge, SolidWorks, 3D and 2D CAD, Ansys, or Mathcad.
Responsibilities
- Select and package mechanical components.
- Develop, update, modify, and release component and assembly designs and drawings using SolidWorks.
- Define and implement analyses for mechanical design problems.
- Review and rationalize commercial component options for designs.
- Design castings, weldments, drive components, and other machined parts.
- Complete and release production drawings with minimum supervision.
- Establish dimensions and tolerances for new components, including applying GD&T principles.
- Address and resolve design concerns identified by assembly technicians and suppliers.
- Estimate the duration and labor cost of proposed designs.
- Release components and bills of materials (BOMs) in the Oracle ERP system.
- Develop and execute paint product validation and performance tests.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop robotic painting systems.
- Develop simple project schedules to support engineering activities and project milestones.
- Create technical procedures, work instructions, and product documentation.
- Investigate and resolve mechanical hardware issues with existing products and installations.
- Travel for business as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement program
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability plans
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible benefit dollars
- Generous holiday and vacation program
- Opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
