Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level

Additional Locations: Requisition ID: 27941

About the role

American Emergency Vehicles (AEV) is a custom ambulance manufacturer for Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3 and medium-duty ambulances. At the heart of AEV is our unwavering commitment to caring for our customers and dedicated network of dealers. We are inspired by a calling to build ambulances with the highest standards of American-crafted excellence and approach every relationship with equally high standards. The welcoming spirit and warmth of our people continue long after the purchase. AEV is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

Job Summary: Designs, develops, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. Applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as engines, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc. Conducts product testing and creates models and prototypes. May be involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and/or repair of mechanical products. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed.

Work Environment/Conditions: General office environment with work on the plant floor as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with designing, developing, executing, and evaluating fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans for a variety of minimum complexity mechanical products and/or components
• Assist with creating and reviewing mechanical material part specifications and bills of materials
• Use CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) software to develop the structural design of various products, model new designs, and produce detailed engineering drawings
• Verify designs through use of calculations and other analytical techniques and tools
• Understand manufacturing processes with emphasis on metal fabrication and assemblies
• Apply DFM methodologies to deliver robust engineering packages emphasizing productivity in the manufacturing process
• Fulfill customer requirements (i.e., shop orders) considering design rules and all applicable interface points
• Define test requirements and interpret test results to validate designs
• Identify problems, root causes and be able to define & execute resolutions
• Understand and use lean principles as they apply to manufacturing and business processes
• Execute engineering changes through established processes and documentation
• Commit to excellence and high standards

Qualifications

Education And/or Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent education required. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.

Skills

• Skills in computer simulation, cost estimation, design optimization, design review, engineering analysis & design, feasibility study, mathematical analysis & modeling, prototyping, quality assurance process and reliability analysis
• Knowledge of manufacturing industry and vocational standards
• CAD and CAE software experience
• Experience with problem solving techniques (5 why & root cause analysis)
• Experience with statistical techniques and data analysis
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work directly with hourly production employees and leadership concerning manufacturing initiatives and progress updates
• Strong work ethic, highly motivated, organized, and self-disciplined
• Versatile, flexible, and willing to work with changing priorities
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute concurrent assignments in a high-pressure environment
• Strong and consistent attention to detail
• Creative and innovative team player
• Ability to use sound judgment and make timely decisions
• Ability to work effectively