Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level

SCOPE:

Recruiting an Engineering team member to work within the Aerial Ladder and Elevated Platform division at E-ONE. Ideal candidate will have a BSME with 6 months experience in the heavy mobile equipment industry. Experience with mechanical and hydraulic systems as they relate to cranes or man-lifts would be a plus. Candidate should be a self-motivated team player that can work with Product Management and a Lean Manufacturing environment to create new designs and solve problems. Position will require hands-on interaction with the product and its manufacturing process. Candidate will need to become proficient with industry standards and how they relate to product design.

REPORTS TO: Manager, Aerial Engineering

TYPICAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the final design requirements and system interface management and release of engineering packages to the Supply Chain and Operations. Must initiate and lead detailed design reviews with cross-functional disciplines.
• Verification of designs through use of calculations & other analytical techniques and tools. Assist designers in developing the structural design of products, using drafting tools or computer-assisted design/drafting equipment and software
• Solving complex problems within marketing requirements, customer expectations and needs, manufacturing departments, and suppliers.
• Participate in customer specification reviews and product meetings. Initiating innovative solutions that meet all customer, regulatory and company requirements. Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
• Define test requirements and interpret test results to validate designs.
• Create and manage indented BOM in adherence to company standards. Create and fully use engineering configuration tools for BOM and design automation.
• Problem solving skills from issue identification to root cause resolution. Methodologies include six sigma, 8D, 5-why techniques.
• Lead cost saving projects through VA/VE initiatives
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes with emphasis on metal fabrication / assemblies. Application of DFM methodologies to deliver robust engineering packages emphasizing productivity in the manufacturing process.
• Knowledge and use of lean principles as they apply to manufacturing and business processes.
• Develop plans for compliance to regulatory standards, adopted engineering standards and good engineering practices. Review and critique proposed changes to engineering standards, policies or details.
• Design for manufacturing, assembly and service to produce optimal total package cost to meet specified product price point.
• Fulfillment of customer requirements (i.e. shop orders) taking into consideration design rules and all applicable interface points.
• Execute engineering changes through established processes and documentation.
• Lead projects to meet business and department goals and objectives through coordination among interdepartmental activities.
• Influence & lead others without direct supervision / authority.
• Must become "Subject Matter Expert" of applicable regulatory standards - NFPA, DOT, ULC etc.
• Ability to mentor team members on design principles, regulatory standards etc.
• Senior level positions may require leadership and/or supervision of a small group or department of other engineers or designers.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
• Advanced knowledge and practical use of drawing and drafting standards
• Proficiency in CAD systems - 3D & 2D

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 6 months experience within a heavy mobile equipment industry
• Previous experience trouble-shooting mechanical & hydraulic systems

Experience with CREO software and Baan MRP systems

Work Environment/Conditions:

• General office environment with work on the plant floor as required.

The above information describes the general nature of this position and should not be considered a comprehensive statement of duties, activities, responsibilities, and requirements. Additional duties, activities, responsibilities, and requirements may be assigned, with or without notice, at any time. This job description is neither an employment contract nor a promise of work for any specific length of time.

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