Extrusion Press Mechanical Design Engineer (SolidWorks + FEA)

Dunaway; Canfield (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunaway in Canfield, OH is seeking a mid- to senior-level Mechanical Engineer specialized in industrial machine design. You will design extrusion-related equipment using 3D modeling (SolidWorks), perform FEA, and lead integration of new machinery into manufacturing processes to achieve high reliability.

You will direct design efforts for extrusion presses, billet loaders, and handling systems, coordinate with the shop floor and field services, and travel 10–15% as needed to support installations

Qualifications

• 10+ years in industrial machinery and equipment design.
• Ability to schedule jobs through shop floor to keep machinists busy.
• Experience generating 2D drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of FEA analysis.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design extrusion presses and related equipment using 3D modeling.
• Reverse engineer equipment for repairs or enhancements.
• Collaborate with field services to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Coordinate movement and installation of equipment and systems.
• Assist with quoting jobs.

Skills

3D modeling

FEA analysis

Mechanical design

Project coordination

Leadership

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CAM software

Allen Bradley PLC

Job description

Mechanical Engineer For Industrial Machine Design

Dunaway is looking to hire a highly skilled, mid to senior level industrial Machine Design Engineer with 3D modeling (Solidworks) and FEA skills, who can design industrial equipment related to the aluminum extrusion industry. This includes billet loaders, extrusion presses, stems, containers, tie rods, handling systems, etc. You must be able to plan, design, and coordinate the integration of new extrusion machinery and equipment into manufacturing processes with a high level of proficiency. This position must be capable of designing and troubleshooting complex mechanical functions while working independently and cohesively with your teammates.

This position will be the main contact for all engineering for the company and will report directly to the president/owner of the company.

Job duties:

• Design of extrusion presses and related industrial and material handling equipment using 3D modeling software.
• Reverse engineering of existing equipment for repair or product enhancements
• Work directly with the field services team to assist with troubleshooting and repair of equipment
• Orchestrate the movement and installation of industrial equipment including extrusion presses, handling systems, billet heaters, etc.
• Assist with quoting jobs
• 10%-15% travel – subject to change based on workload

Required experience:

• Industrial machinery and equipment design: 10+ years
• Ability to schedule jobs through the shop to keep all machinists and assemblers busy at all times
• Experience generating 2D drawings for manufacturing - in Solidworks and AutoCAD
• Working knowledge of hydraulics for new designs and troubleshooting existing systems
• Working knowledge of FEA analysis using industry standard software
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and components

Preferred experience:

• Experience in the aluminum extrusion industry - designing and troubleshooting
• Experience using Solidworks and CAM software
• 3+ years’ experience designing aluminum extrusion presses and associated handling and support equipment - billet loaders, extrusion presses, stems, containers, tie rods, etc.
• Engineering degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial.

Pay – based on experience

About Dunaway

For over 40 years, Dunaway has been designing, building and upgrading extrusion presses and systems. These turnkey capabilities allow us to support our customers with any size job – from relining containers and upgrading equipment, to systems installation and redesigning entire plants.

Our in-house CNC capabilities allow us to machine to tolerances of .0005”, to provide the finest quality extrusion press components. Additionally, we offer engineering, consultation, installations and field services.

Dunaway components and systems are installed worldwide – from the U.S. and Canada to Europe and Asia-Pacific. We are the Extrusion Machinery Specialists.

You Should Be Proficient In

• Project Management
• Machine Building/Assembling
• CAD Software
• Mechanical Design & Engineering
• Product Design Experience
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

• 3D Modeling
• 2D Drawings
• Industrial Controls
• Extrusion Machine
• CAD Software (AutoCAD, Solidworks)
• CAM Software
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley)