Mechanical Application Engineer

Major Responsibilities

• Travel to the mine sites to survey gear drives in the field four days per week.
• This includes reviewing temperatures, vibration, installed motors, installed coolers, and any other observations of issues.
• During the mine visits, tie off with reliability personnel on their observations and concerns.
• Assist with product selection for site improvements and expansions.
• Visit distributor and other repair shops to review failures and advise on repairs.
• Advise when Field Service needs to be engaged.
• Interact with sales team and customers on applications to translate customer requirements to product designs for quotes and orders.
• Design products to meet and exceed customer requirements with a strong understanding of basic design tools and methods for application of products.
• Redesign products and systems to support change requests, simplification (VA/VE), and cost reductions.
• Take responsibility for and complete key tasks on a project-by-project basis, review and approve drawings, and drive to meet deadlines ensuring project success.
• When appropriate, create test plans to validate design concepts and material or manufacturing changes, summarizing results, and documenting conclusions.
• Resolve challenges related to the interpretation of drawings, design tolerances, quality, and material requirements.
• Execute design engineering functions including gear calculation, bearing selection, shaft and housing design, lubrication design, and accessory component design.
• Works closely with manufacturing, inspection, and assembly to problem solve issues.
• Write specifications (design specifications, product specifications, drafting instructions).

Required Education / Experience / Skills

• Bachelor’s degree; mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology from an accredited university preferred
• 2–3 years of relevant experience, preferably with application support in industrial products.
• Knowledge of industrial gearboxes, manufacturing processes, castings, and fabrications strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial gearboxes, manufacturing processes, castings, fabrications, forgings, sheet metal parts, fittings, and fasteners.
• Understanding of Engineering BOMs and drawings.
• Proficient in MS Office tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to be productive in a remote work environment.
• Ability to effectively solve problems, prioritize, and execute tasks with a sense of urgency.
• Unquestionable business and personal integrity.
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude.

Preferred Experience

• In SolidWorks and GD&T practices.
• Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certification.
• Language: English required, Spanish would be beneficial.