Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and develop practical solutions for new products
• Take ideas from concept to implementation through CAD design, dimensioned drawings, prototype assembly and testing, tooling design, manufacturing process instructions, V&V, etc.
• Plan projects, including developing schedules, time estimates, and cost estimates
• Evaluate disciplinary or interdisciplinary aspects of new product or design concepts (mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, firmware, software)
• Plan and direct design testing to ensure performance at all stages of design and development
• Document assigned development tasks including defining specifications, evaluating risk, determining test procedures, defining acceptance criteria, communicating test results, and executing Engineering Change Orders
• Present developments or designs at design reviews
• Drive and complete assigned major sections of a new product development effort
• Communicate and coordinate across departments and with outside vendors
• Troubleshoot production floor problems, determine solutions, and implement design changes
• Hands-on use of mechanical tools and instrumentation

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (verbal, listening, and written), including the ability to interface effectively with other engineering disciplines, leaders, front line workers, and vendors
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong skills in building 3D part models, CAD assemblies, and creating dimensioned engineering drawings
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited higher education institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in the design and development of machined parts and/or cast or molded components
• Consistent usage of a solid modeling CAD package
• Experience creating design layouts and tolerance studies
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis

About Hamilton

Tremendous opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Commitment to sustainable design

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Benefit Package (medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, disability insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement and much more)

Solid Stable Company

Drug free workplace