Staff Engineer
Role Overview
As a Mechanical Engineer I, your primary responsibility will be to design, develop, and test mechanical components, equipment, and machinery.
Under the direction of the Mechanical Engineer, you will apply engineering principles to support the design and development of products such as cranes, industrial equipment, and control systems.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, strengthen technical skills, and build a solid foundation for progressively taking on more complex mechanical engineering tasks and responsibilities.
If you're looking for a place where you'll have daily opportunities to learn and grow, this is the place for you.
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Job Purpose
- As a Mechanical Engineer I, your primary responsibility will be to design, develop, and test mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. Under the direction of the Mechanical Engineer, you will apply engineering principles to support the design and development of products such as cranes, industrial equipment, and control systems. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, strengthen technical skills, and build a solid foundation for progressively taking on more complex mechanical engineering tasks and responsibilities. If you're looking for a place where you'll have daily opportunities to learn and grow, this is the place for you.
- Assess project requirements and assist in identifying appropriate engineering solutions.
- Design and evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems by applying principles of mechanics, electrical systems, hydraulics, and materials science.
- Measure, analyze, and evaluate the performance of mechanical components, devices, and equipment.
- Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) and modeling software, including Autodesk Inventor, to develop and revise engineering designs.
- Present engineering designs and recommendations to managers, clients, and project stakeholders.
- Support the development of mechanical and electromechanical products by evaluating customer requirements, researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, and gathering feedback from equipment operators.
- Assist in developing and improving manufacturing processes by designing or modifying equipment used to fabricate, build, assemble, and install components.
- Support product and system quality assurance by developing testing methods, evaluating finished products and system capabilities, and verifying fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
- Prepare engineering reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing technical information, test results, and performance trends.
- Provide engineering support to manufacturing teams by responding to technical questions, evaluating issues, and recommending solutions.
- Support compliance with applicable government regulations, industry standards, and company requirements.
- Create and review operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals for designed equipment.
- Assist with project tracking, progress reporting, and the implementation of recovery plans to help maintain project schedules and objectives.
- Develop and maintain constructive, cooperative working relationships with colleagues, project teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Create and revise engineering drawings for manufacturability in accordance with standard drafting practices.
- Troubleshoot equipment and project issues, identify potential solutions, and assist with identifying replacement parts or design modifications as needed.
- Travel for short periods as needed to support project assignments, equipment installations, testing, or other engineering activities.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of applicable industry standards and requirements, including ISO 9001, AS9100, NCCCO, OSHA, ANSI, ASME, CMAA, AWS, IBC, ASCE, and other relevant specifications required for safe, compliant, and industry-accepted engineering designs.
Job Requirements
- 1 - 5 years’ experience as a Mechanical Engineer/Designer (crane & equipment design experience preferred)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience with Microsoft Office products: Excel, Word, Outlook
- Proficient use of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
- Understanding of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
- Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, customers, and suppliers
- Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and the ability to complete tasks independently with minimal supervision
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Must have good time management and prioritization skills with the ability to meet deadlines
- Must have, or have the ability to obtain a US Passport
Preferred Qualifications
- 1 - 5 years’ experience as a Mechanical Engineer/Designer (crane & equipment design experience preferred)
About WEMCO, Inc.
Family-owned U.S. contract manufacturer serving industrial customers with overhead cranes, aerospace tooling, precision machining, and custom machinery.
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