Mechanical Engineer III

Description

SUPERVISES:

There are no direct reports with this position.

POSITION SUMMARY:

With limited supervision, the Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for mechanical design and drafting of industrial tools and machinery for pipe and tube machining and welding applications. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and have a veracious drive for learning and professional growth. This is a full-time position within the engineering department and is based at Tri Tool's headquarters in Rancho Cordova, California.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• *Collaborate and strategize with colleagues in the engineering, production/manufacturing, product management, service, and repair departments to solve problems and develop innovative world-class products.
• *Complete manufacturing and assembly mechanical drawings, tolerance analysis/stack-ups, and other documentation per ASME Y14.5M standards using SolidWorks CAD software.
• *Design and drafting of mechanical tools, fixtures, and machine components and subassemblies.
• *Assigned projects involve the following key areas: bill of materials structure, materials selection, strength of materials, static thermodynamic conditions and environments, metal plating and coatings, assembly and joining hardware, various manufacturing processes, and specification of required tolerances with manufacturing cost in mind.
• *Electromechanical system design and specification (AC and DC motors, servo motors, solenoids, actuators).
• *Pneumatic and hydraulic system design and specification with cylinders, actuators, valves, regulators, hoses, and fittings.
• *Maintain accurate component information, revisions, and manufacturing bills of materials within Tri Tool’s ERP system (NetSuite).
• *Manage medium and large sized projects with little direction and execute engineering tasks and projects to completion with a high level of independence.
• *Assist and/or lead proposal and business development deliverables, including equipment costly and risk analysis.
• *Hands-on problem solving
  and assembly and testing of prototypes within an R&D shop environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

*denotes essential job function

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum seven (7) years of applicable professional experience in mechanical design, drafting, fabrication, assembly, and testing of mechanical tools or systems. Master’s level engineering degree completion and five (5) or more years of applicable professional experience may be considered.
• Prior experience using SolidWorks or other 3D CAD and drafting tools is required.
• Knowledgeable of GD&T tolerancing methods and their appropriate application.
• High level of attention to detail and completeness of work.
• A tenacious attitude and drive to deliver results within schedule.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Machine and tool design for portable and/or in situ industrial tool industries
• CNC machine and mechanism design
• Design of custom industrial equipment and tools
• Design of consumable metal cutting tools, such as endmills, indexable inserts and holders,      turning tools, etc.
• Part design for Additive Manufacturing 
• Manufacturing process development for Additive Manufacturing

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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. Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds without assistance; Lifting/Moving anything over 50 pounds must be assisted. Must be able to wear safety equipment as required for personal protection. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; stand; stoop; squat; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to safely use hand tools, power tools, and engineering product. Must be able to use office equipment such as computers, multi-line phones, scanners, copiers, and paper cutters.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is primarily conducted in a semi-private office/cubicle setting but also may require off site field work. The noise level is mild in the office. Occasional travel to other company facilities or client locations required. Duties may require interaction or work in a shop/plant atmosphere. The production or shop/plant environment may have a moderate to loud noise level and requires use of Personal Protective Equipment. Interaction with other employees, as well as supervisors, and client personnel. Employees may be required to work in excess of 8 hours in a day and/or 40 hours per week.

DISCLAIMER:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor’s instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.