Design Engineer - Pride

Pride Mobility Products Corporation; Duryea (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Mobility Products Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, prototype, test, and assemble new mobility devices and improve existing products following company procedures.

The role involves creating 3D models in SolidWorks or Creo, performing verifications, and traveling to contract manufacturers for product launches. You will mentor juniors and uphold safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter, creative team player, friendly, professional, detail-oriented and honest.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze complex mechanical systems including high load structural systems and vehicle chassis.
• Develop, release, and revise mechanical drawings and 3D models.
• Ensure designs are safe, manufacturable, and meet SPARC costs targets.
• Perform component inspections and system verification/testing.
• Meet project timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate across internal departments.
• Travel to domestic/international contract manufacturers as needed for product launches.
• Mentor junior design engineers and interns.

Skills

Self-starter

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Read work instructions

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Starting Salary: $67,670

DESCRIPTION/JOB SUMMARY

Collaborating as part of a team responsible for designing, prototyping, testing, and assembling new mobility devices and improving existing products in accordance with the company's procedures and protocols

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Design and analyze complex mechanical systems including but not limited to high load structural systems, suspension systems, vehicle chassis, actuator driven linkages, and linear motion systems
• Develop, release, and revise mechanical drawings and 3D models
• Ensure designs are safe, effective, manufacturable, reliable and Superior Product at Reduced Cost (SPARC) initiatives are met
• Perform component inspections as well as system verification and validation testing
• Meet and fulfill project timelines and budgets
• Facilitate general project collaboration and open communication between various internal departments
• 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
• Lead by example and assist in the training and development of Junior Design Engineers and Engineering Interns
• Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents, incidents or injuries are promptly reported to management
• Complete 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 self-starter, 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
• Prepare and build prototypes
• Read and comprehend work instructions
• Prepare and present summary reports
• Travel internationally at least twice a year for up to 2 weeks at a time

Must have:

• Relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement
• Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong mechanical inclination
• Intermediate working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or Creo
• Intermediate familiarity with ASTM, ASME, and ISO standards relating to materials, testing, and finishing
• Intermediate understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T); OR certificate of completion in GD&T Training Course
• Basic working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and simulation
• Basic working knowledge of various manufacturing methods and their respective effects on component design
• Basic working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Product Data Management (PDM) systems
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Strong working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or Creo preferred
• Intermediate working knowledge of FEA and simulation preferred
• Intermediate working knowledge of PLM or PDM systems preferred
• Basic working knowledge of composite materials, including fiber reinforcement, resin systems, laminate construction, and common manufacturing processes preferred
• Basic understanding of Lean Principles preferred
• Lift/Push/Pull 40 lbs. preferred

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• At least 1 year of experience as a Junior Design Engineer at Pride Mobility Products Corporation, OR at least 3 years of experience in designing mechanical systems and assemblies including 3D solid modeling of mechanical components and assemblies along with creating, reading, and comprehending 2D detail drawings

PREFFERRED EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience with machining, welding and fabrication of mechanical assemblies preferred
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in the design, manufacturing and assembly of fabricated mechanical structures preferred
• At least 1 year of experience in the application of GD&T preferred
• At least 1 year of experience in the design, manufacturing, or testing of composite materials and structures, including carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRP) preferred
• At least 1 year of experience with the specific products 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 the required experience

PREFERRED EDUCATION

• Master's Degree in a related Engineering field 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 Aff…

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