MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
Zimmerman, Minnesota · $105,000 per year · Direct Hire · Applying is free. The employer pays our fee.
The Mechanical Design Engineer position will lead development of new electro-mechanical motion control devices with sub-micron precision, will be responsible for designing precision motion stages in 3D CAD software, generating models and drawings, and performing analysis, simulation, and studies under the guidance of a senior Engineer. The Mechanical Design Engineer will also assist with prototyping and production builds. Successful candidates will be able to design linear and rotary systems across a range of sizes and performance specifications.
This is accomplished through the following essential functions:
• Design precision motion stages in 3D CAD software, generating models and drawings.
• Perform analysis, simulation, and studies.
• Prototyping and production builds.
• Document design packages.
• Maintain constant communication with supervisor about job progress.
• Clean and maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.
Job Requirements:
• Successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as business needs dictate.
Skills & Abilities:
• Excellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Discipline and creativity in applying skills to work assignments and projects.
• Demonstrated ability to translate system requirements into Mechatronics solutions.
• Ability to solve complex engineering problems with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills.
• Demonstrates good leadership skills.
Work Experience & Knowledge Requirements:
• 2+ years’ experience applied to mechatronics systems or educational equivalent.
• 2+ years’ experience with mechanical design as it relates to electro-mechanical assemblies or educational equivalent.
• Experience with FEA.
• Experience with linear or rotary electro-mechanical actuator design.
• 3D CAD experience, Solidworks is ideal.
• Experience in teamwork and team building.
• Ability to work with and read precision hand tools (e.g., digital or dial calipers, digital or dial micrometers, electronic or dial indicators, and torque wrenches).
• Established engineering knowledge in the application and development of analytical solutions to complex engineering problems.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude with good understanding of machine design, motion control, metal fabrication and finishing.
• Experience and proficiency with MS Office including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Education Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field.
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 PM
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