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 requirement