Mech Eng In Training (52202)

Mechanical Engineer in Training (MET) - Salary Range: $25.00 - $35.00/ Hr. 

**This role will relocate to Henderson, NV after training at the Oxnard facility for 6 to 12 Months**

Mechanical Engineer in Training (MET) is a learning position for a new engineering degreed graduate. Under the supervision of more experienced engineers or supervisors, the MET executes simple mechanical tasks and product updates and analysis. The MET may modify existing or develop new designs, parts or assemblies but does so in limited, defined areas of research and development, prototyping, and drafting. The MET is expected to follow instructions, and pay close attention to the requests of more senior engineers. The MET designs parts and assemblies based on the concepts and ideas of others. The MET may work in one or many areas of product development and is expected to follow through on tasks from initial design to implementation. The MET job may include assignments involving part design, creating supporting product documentation and information, tracking and resolving sourcing issues, assembling prototypes, resolving production issues, responding to service and quality issues, product use and testing, component qualifying and coordinating activities with other departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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• Listen carefully and follow directions. Work effectively from both verbal and written instructions.

• Exhibit common sense and mechanical aptitude, and adhere to company safety standards.

• Work safely with common shop tools, such as drill presses, grinders, and hand tools.

• Disassemble and assemble simple mechanical devices and assemblies.

• Work from verbal and written instructions in performing simple mechanical tasks.

• Read blueprints, file and distribute drawings, and with supervision, make limited CAD drawing revisions.

• Fabricate prototype parts from verbal or written instruction, and manually build prototypes of other's design.

• Research on-line supply sources, industrial catalogs and trade magazines, and with approval, order parts as assigned by a more advanced engineer.

• Properly use company computer peripherals, including printers, plotters, fax machines, and copiers.

• Design parts and assemblies, as directed by others.

• Design parts for ease of manufacture based on company guidelines and capabilities.

• Design parts for ease of assembly using company tooling standards and methods.

• Analyze and effectively resolve manufacturing and assembly related problems.

• Create complete CAD models and assemblies, detail drawings, using company modeling and drafting standards and conventions.

• Compile and generate complete parts lists and bills of materials for new products.

• Analyze engineering change requests and using proper judgment, create and fully implement engineering change orders.

• Proficiently utilize all engineering department related software, including CAD programs, word processors, spreadsheets, MRB programs, and scheduling software.

• Proficiently program, fixture, setup and use CNC products to; create and modify parts and prototypes, perform basic and automated machine testing, extract test date from machines and demonstrate machine usability or limitations.

• Define and communicate product-related information to other functional groups and departments, including but not limited to:
  • Product specifications
  • Product release and shipment date information
  • Service related bulletins

• Source and assess new vendors. Evaluate vendor capacity, quality, and policy as related to the needs of the company. Communicate effectively with vendors, and can resolve delivery and quality issues before or as they arise.

• Procure parts for prototype and production both through the company purchasing department, and through own channels. Maintain records, and properly process paperwork using company standards.

• Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to escalate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.

• Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree BA/BS/BFA/BSA from a four-year college or university is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Major

Mechanical Engineering

Minimum Years of Experience

0-1 year

Language Skills

Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations in English. Must be able to write analytical and/or technical reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and create instructional reference material. Able to speak effectively before groups, customers, employees of the organization and/or the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Must have the ability to apply concepts of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to apply principles of logical and scientific thinking as well as work with a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. In the most difficult phases must be able to deal with nonverbal symbolism such as formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc. Must have the ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activity

Duration

Sitting

Occasionally

Standing

Frequently

Walking

Frequently

Bending (neck)

Frequently

Bending (waist)

Rarely

Squatting

Occasionally

Twisting (neck)

Occasionally

Twisting (waist)

Occasionally

Climbing

Occasionally

Kneeling

Occasionally

Crawling

Occasionally

Reaching (above shoulder level)

Occasionally

Reaching (below shoulder level)

Occasionally

Hand Use

Duration

Repetitive use of hand

Frequently

Simple grasping

Frequently

Power grasping

Occasionally

Fine manipulation

Frequently

Pushing & Pulling

Frequently

Vision

Required

Close vision

Yes

Distance vision

Yes

Color vision

Yes

Peripheral vision

Yes

Depth perception

Yes

Adjust focus

Yes

Lifting Requirements

Duration

0-10 lbs.

Occasionally

11-25 lbs.

Occasionally

26-50 lbs.

Occasionally

51-60 lbs.

Never

61+ lbs.

Never

Equipment Use

Duration

This position requires computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc.

Frequently

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Noise Level

 

The noise level in the work environment is usually:

Moderate and occasionally loud

Work Environment

Duration

This position operates in a general office or engineering lab environment

Frequently

Employee will work around machining or on the production floor

Occasionally

Employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration

Frequently

Employee is exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes or airborne particles

Occasionally

Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold or extreme heat

Occasionally

Employee is exposed to risk of electrical shock

Occasionally