Mechanical Designer

How You Will Make An Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Mechanical Designer, you will perform mechanical and electro-mechanical design and drafting for new and existing products. Ideal candidates will have extensive machine design experience and be familiar both designing and troubleshooting mechanical systems. You will work closely with engineering teams to support product development, documentation, and design execution.

What You Can Expect In This Role (Job Responsibilities)

• Design & Drafting
• Design and develop mechanical systems and components for cameras, transporters, lifts, and other devices, including mechanisms, bodies, bearings, motors, gears, seals, controls, etc., following company and industry standards
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings with appropriate GD&T for manufacturing
• Aid in design of new and existing products and prepare documentation for production release
• Support DFM/DFA efforts and work with suppliers to refine designs for cost, reliability, and manufacturability
• Apply drafting standards, formats, and drawing requirements
• Engineering Support
• Support R&D, NPD, and sustaining engineering activities
• Collaborate with peers and engineering teams to drive tasks forward
• Track work and provide status updates
• Documentation & Change Management
• Validate documentation for quality, accuracy, and manufacturability (DFM)
• Complete engineering change notices (ECNs) and initiate ECRs when required
• Ensure drawing updates follow company procedures and standards
• Update and access MRP system as required for part number creation and structure maintenance

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

• Required Experience
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical design experience
• Experience in mechanical design specifically in the design and development of robotics, automation, AGVs, drones, and/or cameras
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software for creation of models, drawings and assemblies. CSWP certification preferred, and Autodesk Inventor familiarity preferred
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes including machining processes, sheet metal forming, & casting
• Working knowledge of GD&T and experience generating engineering documentation
• Mechanical design experience including power transmission, sealing, and mechatronics packaging
• Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.100 (Drawing Practices), Y14.5 (GD&T), and weld symbols
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Adobe Acrobat and AutoCAD desirable)
• Ability to work within established processes and team environments
• Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Knowledge of ERP systems, such as IFS, and product lifecycle management systems, such as PDM Pro, is a plus