Sr Design Engineer

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead a small team (1-3) of mechanical engineers by supporting technical and cultural development through coaching and mentoring.
• Identify growth/leadership opportunities for direct reports.
• Work cross-functionally to identify risks, validate or define design paths based on component requirements for durability and performance.
• Provide clear technical communication to both local and global engineering and operations teams.
• Serve as a technical resource for part cost methodology utilizing developed fundamental design skills and expertise in multiple manufacturing methods to provide consultation / mentorship to team and peers.
• Collaborate with NPD teams to identify cost reductions and support cost saving opportunities on active projects prior to launch.
• Facilitate trade-off discussions regarding design, cost, or schedule of project with large cross-functional team.
• Review test data or testing failures to support root cause analysis with ability to identify path(s) forward.
• Execute and support team by performing a wide variety of calculations and software aided analyses in the following areas: Mechanical stress analysis, Tolerance stack analysis, Material selection, Design for Manufacturing, Mechanism development and analysis.
• Lead tool level cost investigation exercises with intent to identify cost reduction or product improvement opportunities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Mechanics
• 5 years of design experience
• Minimum of 1 year of direct management experience of technical team
• Deep mechanical aptitude is required, including a broad knowledge of engineering materials, mechanical properties and an understanding of the manufacturing processes associated with these materials.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD – ProE, SolidWorks, NX
• Strong proficiency in 2D drawing creation and specification utilizing a comprehensive understanding of GD&T
• Strong experience with FEA utilizing ANSYS suite
• Strong Root Cause analysis background supporting project scope or testing failures
• Ability to travel up to 10% (travel includes Domestic and International)

Company Information

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.