Mechanical Design Engineer II

About the role

The Mechanical Design Engineer II, Product Enhancement Engineering plays a crucial role within the product enhancement engineering team. This role involves designing, developing, and testing mechanical components and products to meet technical, safety, and regulatory standards. The engineer is also responsible for overseeing prototype refinement, collaborating with sourcing teams to select materials and components, driving product improvement, and ensuring compliance with ESG goals.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Design: Design, development, and testing of mechanical components and products, ensuring compliance with industry standards, performance, safety, and cost objectives.
• Prototype Refinement: Oversee the development, testing, and refinement of mechanical prototypes to improve performance, safety, and functionality.
• Sourcing Materials: Collaborate with sourcing teams to select the best materials and components for quality and cost-efficiency.
• Create Specifications: Create final mechanical specifications for product manufacturing and provide technical support during the production process.
• Test Fixtures: Design and build production test fixtures for new product launches, ensuring readiness for manufacturing.
• Risk Mitigation: Perform DFMEA, design reviews, and patent assessments to mitigate risks and identify patentable features or infringement issues.
• Benchmarking: Research and implement new technologies to enhance product performance, sustainability, and meet ESG goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3-7 years of experience managing mid-large size projects in mechanical engineering design
• Proficiency in mechanical design software (SolidWorks or other similar 3D CAD)
• Prior experience in plastics part design experience is highly desirable
• Excellent hands-on skills including machining metals, sheet metal fabrication, and general shop equipment use
• Creative approach to problem-solving, broad understanding of manufacturing processes, and results-oriented mindset

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement

Skills

• Proficiency in mechanical design software (SolidWorks or other similar 3D CAD)
• Hands-on skills in machining metals, sheet metal fabrication, and general shop equipment use
• Experience with product prototyping and testing
• Problem-solving and creative thinking skills
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and ESG goals

Benefits

• 401k with Company Match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company General Bonus Program
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Company Paid Basic Life & Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Insurance Options
• Legal Assistance Plan Options
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Stable, growing working environment with a history of 150 years of doing business
• Opportunity to advance within the company