Hawarden Mechanical Design Engineer - Hawarden, IA, US

Coilcraft; Iowa; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Coilcraft, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer (Automation) for our Hawarden, IA location. The role focuses on designing automation concepts and integrating electronic controls, pneumatics, and mechanical systems into existing products.

You will lead prototype development, assess cost and reliability, and drive project schedules while collaborating with manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, and marketing teams. Strong SolidWorks skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of mechanical design experience in manufacturing and automation.
• 5+ years proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Experience in complete machine and systems design.

Responsibilities

• Design automation for products and assemblies using electronic controls, pneumatic actuators, and mechanical systems.
• Develop new automation concepts/specifications or improve existing products with input from manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, and marketing.
• Lead design efforts for prototypes and production drawings.
• Evaluate products, parts, or processes for cost efficiency and reliability.
• Set, implement, and maintain schedules to ensure project completion.
• Review initial automation runs for design compliance and implement changes as needed.
• Provide technical support to engineers, other departments, and customers.

Skills

Mechanical design

Automation design

Project scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Join the legacy of innovation at Coilcraft, Inc., a distinguished worldwide organization that has been crafting magnetic components since its founding in 1945. Based in Cary, Illinois, our headquarters serves as the epicenter of creativity and excellence.Coilcraft operates in a wide range of industries, including telecommunications, computers, automotive, broadband communications and consumer electronics. We are seeking a highly qualified individual to join our team as a Mechanical Design Engineer (Automation) in our Hawarden, Iowa location.

Responsibilities:

• Design automation for a variety of products and assemblies using knowledge of electronic controls, pneumatic actuators, mechanical systems, and operator interfaces.
• Develop new automation concepts/specifications or make improvements to existing products with input from a number of sources (i.e., manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, marketing, etc.).
• Guide the design effort in creating prototypes and production drawings.
• Evaluate products, parts, or processes for cost efficiency and reliability.
• Set, implement, and maintain schedules to ensure project completion.
• Review the initial run of the automation for design compliance and make appropriate changes to ensure product compliance.
• Follow the product and make requested automation changes and corrections throughout the life of the product.
• Provide technical support by providing information and answers to other engineers, departments, and customers.

Job Requirements:

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
• Bring at least 5 years of recent mechanical design experience in the realm of manufacturing and automation, showcasing your expertise.
• 5+ years of proficiency in Solid Works would be a plus
• Demonstrate your prowess in design, both at the component level and in the realm of complete machine & systems design.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

This position may require compliance with ITAR export regulations; applicants must be U.S. citizens or have permanent resident status.