Mechanical Engineer, R&D, New Product Design

Mechanical Engineer, R&D, New Product Design
Relocation: Will assist
One of our clients needs a passionate Mechanical Engineer who can think outside the box to find new and better ways to build electrical products. Someone with a strong drive who’s drawn to the challenges of designing prototypes and improving existing products. As a strong technical team member, you’ll work in R&D, providing new designs and changes that yield enhancements in manufacturability, reliability, and cost. A unique hands-on opportunity for someone who loves engineering!
Why should you apply here?
•    Established local firm, 39+ years in business
•    200 employees, 100 at this location
•    Engineering and manufacturing are done 100% in-house
•    High-end clients with future products ordered in the pipeline
•    Excels in its niche of commercial avionics
•    A profitable company that’s committed to continuous innovation
•    Stable executive team and engineering leadership
•    Flat organization
•    Friendly employees
What will you be doing? 
•    Participating in R&D projects involving new product design
•    Contributing to mechanical design, layout, and prototype development for new products
•    Interfacing directly with outside contractors to define and document production assembly processes
•    Supporting the marketing team with drawings, graphics, renderings, and product data
•    Conceiving, researching, and implementing engineering design changes to improve manufacturability, reliability, and cost based on data-driven input
•    Providing mechanical engineering support to solve problems on the manufacturing floor
What skills/experience do you need? 
•    Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
•    Mid-level to senior-level experience in mechanical engineering
•    Proficiency in either Solid Edge, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD
•    Background in mechanical packaging design using sheet metal, machined parts, and injection moldable plastics
•    Ability to perform thermal calculations
•    Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents