The Mechanical Engineer is in charge of the design, development, and validation of mechanical components and systems. This role involves leading the design process, managing projects, and ensuring that products meet technical standards and business objectives throughout all stages of development.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and development of mechanical components and systems, including CAD design, benchmarking, and design reviews.
- Manage product development projects, including issue resolution, project planning, and documentation.
- Assist with business projects by developing ideas, writing proposals, and evaluating suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with technical standards during prototype builds and evaluate product performance.
- Study other companies to find ways to enhance our business and continue to grow.
- Document product specifications, drawings, and modeling as needed.
- Analyze market potential for new products and develop business cases.
- Apply APQP principles and PPAP deliverables to ensure successful component development.
- Diagnose system integration issues and develop solutions.
- Lead system compatibility reviews, create Bills of Materials (BoMs), and develop assembly instructions.
- Meet engineering targets for quality, cost, timing, and performance, and ensure effective design reviews.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience in mechanical design and product development, preferably in the automotive industry.
- Solid skills in CAD design, project management, and technical problem-solving.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects, tackle complex issues, and drive improvements.
- Experience with product development processes, including APQP and PPAP.
- Well-developed communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in analyzing market trends and developing business strategies.
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This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of JM Family. All work arrangements are subject to associate performance, business need and manager discretion, and may be revised as necessary.
JM FAMILY IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
JM Family Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and promoting qualified associates without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental or physical disability, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Bonuses and profit sharing are positioned as meaningful parts of total compensation and are provided when the company performs well. Annual incentive programs further augment cash compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage is paired with wellness incentives and onsite Health & Wellness Centers at major locations. Onsite fitness facilities and access to company clinicians reduce barriers to care.
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Retirement Support — A robust retirement suite includes a 401(k) with company contributions, profit sharing, and references to a pension program for some roles. These long‑term programs enhance overall financial security beyond base pay.
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JM Family Enterprises, Inc. was founded by automotive legend, Jim Moran in 1968. It is a privately held company with $16 billion in revenue and more than 4,500 associates. Rooted in automotive and united in its strong culture and core values, JM Family is in the business of helping other businesses succeed. As a long-term partner, it is invested in its companies, associates and its communities. Driven by exceptional performance, current subsidiaries are in the automotive, financial services and franchising industries. Its family of companies includes: Southeast Toyota Distributors, the world’s largest independent distributor of Toyota vehicles; JM&A Group, a company committed to improving automotive dealers’ performance by offering Finance & Insurance products and services, dealership training and consulting; World Omni Financial Corp. (dba Southeast Toyota Finance), a captive financial services company driven to delivering an exceptional dealership and customer experience for Toyota customers in the Southeast; JM Lexus, one of South Florida’s leading Lexus dealers; DataScan, a provider of solutions for wholesale asset financing and inventory risk management; and Home Franchise Concepts, a multi-brand franchise network consisting of Budget Blinds, Tailored Living featuring PremierGarage, Concrete Craft, AdvantaClean, Kitchen Tune-Up, Bath Tune-Up and Two Maids & A Mop. JM Family has earned various awards for its culture, products and services, including 23 consecutive years on Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For list.








