Mechanical Engineer I

About the role

We are currently in search of an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to join our Air Purification team at our Sun Prairie Innovation Center. This role offers opportunities to work cross-functionally, bringing design ideas from concept to production and providing interdisciplinary support throughout the entire New Product Development (NPD) process.

Responsibilities

• Develop product designs to meet performance requirements as specified by product management.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers to ensure designs meet cost, safety, and manufacturing targets.
• Create, review, and release product documentation for components and assemblies to ensure accuracy and compliance with accepted Engineering drawing standards.
• Develop test protocols as needed and perform testing on products to ensure compliance with engineering specifications.
• Evaluate any current warranty or product performance concerns to be resolved during the development of new products.
• Build and test prototypes to ensure fit, form, and function, using lab tools and equipment as needed to build the required parts.
• Act as a technical resource to other departments including Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales, and Marketing to address and resolve inquiries and problems during new product development.
• Perform first article inspections to ensure new parts meet drawing requirements and quality standards.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams to execute the Aprilaire New Product Development process.
• Provide technical assistance to ensure regulatory agency approvals, such as UL, CSA, etc., are maintained.
• Prioritize and manage time to work on multiple projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is preferred.
• SolidWorks experience or training to create models and drawings.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and prototyping processes.
• Ability to work in the test lab building prototypes and executing engineering testing.
• Understanding of the principles of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Working knowledge or training in mechanics, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
• Strong analytical and technical engineering skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to develop and communicate sound lines of reasoning.
• Able to professionally communicate with Engineering Managers and working peers.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot electro-mechanical components and assemblies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and methodology.
• Time management skills and ability to work on multiple projects.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office programs, email, and scheduling programs.
• Creative and innovative mindset, highly detail-oriented.
• Demonstrated experience in taking the initiative and strong sense of urgency.