Design Engineer I - Quantum

Pride Mobility Products Corporation; Duryea (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 57,520 - 77,821; Full time

Job summary

Pride Mobility Products Corporation in the United States is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team designing, prototyping, testing, and assembling new rehab power chairs and seating systems, and to improve existing products according to our procedures.

The role focuses on designing mechanical systems, creating drawings and 3D models, ensuring safety and manufacturability, and collaborating across departments to meet project timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or an Associate degree with 6+ years of design experience.
• Master's degree in mechanical engineering preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now, or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze mechanical systems and assemblies including high load structures.
• Develop, release, and revise mechanical drawings and 3D models.
• Ensure designs are safe, manufacturable, reliable, and SPARC initiatives are met.
• Perform inspections, verification and validation testing.
• Travel to domestic and international contract manufacturers for product launches.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Salary: $67,670

DESCRIPTION/JOB SUMMARY

To be part of a team responsible for designing, prototyping, testing, and assembling new rehab power chairs and seating systems, and improving upon existing products in accordance with the company's procedures and protocols

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Design and analyze mechanical systems and assemblies including but not limited to high load structural systems, suspension systems, vehicle chassis, and other powered or manual positioning systems
• Develop, release, and revise mechanical drawings and 3D models
• Ensure designs' safety, effectiveness, manufacturability, reliability, and SPARC initiatives are met
• Perform inspections, verification and validation testing
• Meet and fulfill project timelines and budgets
• Assist in continuous improvement of design procedure and protocol to help drive design efficiency
• Travel to domestic and international contract manufacturers as needed for product launches
• Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents, incidents, or injuries are promptly reported to management
• Complete the annual CTPAT Security Training
• Focus on continuous improvement, and consistently demonstrate good business judgment
• Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations
• Pride retains the discretion to modify duties and/or assign other duties as necessary

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must be a creative team player, friendly, professional, detail-oriented and honest
• Must have the ability to:

• Multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize in a fast-paced working environment
• Work as part of a multi-disciplined cross-functional team
• Use hand tools and standard power tools
• Read and comprehend work instructions
• Prepare and build prototypes
• Prepare and present summary reports
• Travel internationally at least twice a year for up to 2 weeks at a time

• Relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or Creo
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong mechanical inclination

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Intermediate working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or Creo preferred
• Basic familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and SolidWorks Simulation preferred
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) preferred
• Basic familiarity with ANSI/RESNA, ASTM, and ISO standards preferred
• Basic understanding of various manufacturing methods and their respective effects on component design preferred
• Basic understanding of Permanent Magnet DC motor theory and design preferred
• Basic understanding of Lean Principles preferred
• Basic working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Product Data Management (PDM) systems preferred
• Lift/Push/Pull 40 lbs. preferred

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• At least 1,000 hours or 1 year of equivalent experience in 3D solid modeling of mechanical components and assemblies along with 2D detail drawings preferred
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with machining, welding, and fabrication of mechanical assemblies preferred
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience in the design, manufacturing, and assembly of fabricated mechanical components and systems preferred
• At least 1 year of experience utilizing GD&T preferred
• Current or previous successful employment experience with Pride Mobility Products Corporation preferred

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, OR Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 6 years of experience in designing mechanical systems and assemblies

PREFERRED EDUCATION

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering preferred

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now, or in the future

DETAILS

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive
• This is a safety sensitive position
• In exceptional circumstances, some of the physical requirements of this position may be modified or eliminated as a reasonable accommodation for a person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act

Pride Mobility Products/Quantum Rehab is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pride Mobility Products/Quantum Rehab is an Affirmative Action Employer with obligations under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are a person with a disability, a disabled veteran, or require a reasonable accommodation or assistance in completing an application for employment, please contact our human resources department at 1-800-800-8586 x1250.