Entry-level mechanical design role to develop and draft industrial tools and machinery for pipe and tube machining and welding. Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, product management, and service to produce manufacturing drawings, tolerance analyses, BOMs per ASME Y14.5, and design electromechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Maintain component data in ERP, build and test prototypes in an R&D shop, and apply GD&T and materials selection to cost-conscious manufacturing.
Description
The Mechanical Engineer I role is an entry-level engineering position responsible for mechanical design and drafting of industrial tools and machinery for pipe and tube machining and welding applications. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and have a veracious drive for learning and professional growth. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering with some hands-on project or work experience in the development of mechanical systems or products.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Collaborate and strategize with colleagues in the engineering, production/manufacturing, product management, service, and repair departments to solve problems and develop innovative world-class products.
- Complete manufacturing and assembly mechanical drawings, tolerance analysis/stack-ups, and other documentation per ASME Y14.5M-2009 standards using SolidWorks CAD software.
- Design and drafting of mechanical tools, fixtures, and machine components and subassemblies.
- Assigned projects involve the following key areas: bill of materials structure, materials selection, strength of materials, static thermodynamic conditions and environments, metal plating and coatings, assembly and joining hardware, various manufacturing processes, and specification of required tolerances with manufacturing cost in mind.
- Electromechanical system design and specification including AC and DC motors, servo motors, solenoids, and actuators.
- Pneumatic and hydraulic system design and specification with cylinders, actuators, valves, regulators, hoses, and fittings.
- Maintain accurate component information, revisions, and manufacturing bills of materials within Tri Tool’s ERP system (Info Syteline).
- Hands-on problem solving and assembly and testing of prototypes within an R&D shop environment.
- Perform all duties as assigned with adherence to Tri Tool’s Core Values.
Requirements
Requirements & Qualifications:
- B.S. Mechanical or Industrial Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university;
- Minimum one year of project and/or work experience in mechanical design, drafting, fabrication, assembly, and testing of mechanical tools or systems;
- Prior experience using SolidWorks or other 3D CAD and drafting tools is desired;
- Knowledgeable of GD&T tolerancing methods and their appropriate application;
- High level of attention to detail and completeness of work;
- A tenacious attitude and drive to deliver results within schedule;
- Strong and resilient temperament with the ability to work with a diverse workforce;
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
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