Mech Eng In Training (52202)

Haas Automation, Inc.; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Haas Automation, Inc. in Henderson, NV seeks a Mechanical Engineer in Training (MET) to learn and contribute under supervision. You will design parts, update drawings, and build prototypes while gaining exposure to manufacturing processes.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical engineering background, 0–1 year experience, and a willingness to relocate after training. The role offers hands-on growth in a manufacturing environment with CAD and CNC exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required; 0-1 year experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Willingness to relocate to Henderson, NV after training.

Responsibilities

• Perform simple mechanical tasks, modify or develop parts and assemblies under supervision.
• Read blueprints and revise CAD drawings with guidance from senior engineers.
• Fabricate prototypes and assist in testing and documentation.
• Source parts online, coordinate with suppliers, and track sourcing issues.
• Create CAD models, bill of materials, and support manufacturing and assembly teams.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read blueprints

Hands-on drafting

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

CNC

MRB programs

Scheduling software

Word processors

Spreadsheets

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Mechanical Engineer in Training (MET) - Salary Range: $25.00 - $35.00/ Hr.

This role will relocate to Henderson, NV after training at the Oxnard facility for 6 to 12 Months.

Mechanical Engineer in Training (MET) is a learning position for a new engineering degreed graduate. Under the supervision of more experienced engineers or supervisors, the MET executes simple mechanical tasks and product updates and analysis. The MET may modify existing or develop new designs, parts or assemblies but does so in limited, defined areas of research and development, prototyping, and drafting. The MET is expected to follow instructions, and pay close attention to the requests of more senior engineers. The MET designs parts and assemblies based on the concepts and ideas of others. The MET may work in one or many areas of product development and is expected to follow through on tasks from initial design to implementation. The MET job may include assignments involving part design, creating supporting product documentation and information, tracking and resolving sourcing issues, assembling prototypes, resolving production issues, responding to service and quality issues, product use and testing, component qualifying and coordinating activities with other departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Listen carefully and follow directions. Work effectively from both verbal and written instructions.
• Exhibit common sense and mechanical aptitude, and adhere to company safety standards.
• Work safely with common shop tools, such as drill presses, grinders, and hand tools.
• Disassemble and assemble simple mechanical devices and assemblies.
• Work from verbal and written instructions in performing simple mechanical tasks.
• Read blueprints, file and distribute drawings, and with supervision, make limited CAD drawing revisions.
• Fabricate prototype parts from verbal or written instruction, and manually build prototypes of other's design.
• Research on-line supply sources, industrial catalogs and trade magazines, and with approval, order parts as assigned by a more advanced engineer.
• Properly use company computer peripherals, including printers, plotters, fax machines, and copiers.
• Design parts and assemblies, as directed by others.
• Design parts for ease of manufacture based on company guidelines and capabilities.
• Design parts for ease of assembly using company tooling standards and methods.
• Analyze and effectively resolve manufacturing and assembly related problems.
• Create complete CAD models and assemblies, detail drawings, using company modeling and drafting standards and conventions.
• Compile and generate complete parts lists and bills of materials for new products.
• Analyze engineering change requests and using proper judgment, create and fully implement engineering change orders.
• Proficiently utilize all engineering department related software, including CAD programs, word processors, spreadsheets, MRB programs, and scheduling software.
• Proficiently program, fixture, setup and use CNC products to; create and modify parts and prototypes, perform basic and automated machine testing, extract test date from machines and demonstrate machine usability or limitations.

Define and communicate product-related information to other functional groups and departments, including but not limited to:

• Product specifications
• Product release and shipment date information
• Service related bulletins
• Source and assess new vendors. Evaluate vendor capacity, quality, and policy as related to the needs of the company. Communicate effectively with vendors, and can resolve delivery and quality issues before or as they arise.
• Procure parts for prototype and production both through the company purchasing department, and through own channels. Maintain records, and properly process paperwork using company standards.
• Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to elevate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.
• Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree BA/BS/BFA/BSA from a four-year college or university is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Major

Mechanical Engineering

Minimum Years Of Experience

0-1 year

Language Skills

Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations in English. Must be able to write analytical and/or technical reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and create instructional reference material. Able to speak effectively before groups, customers, employees of the organization and/or the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Must have the ability to apply concepts of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to apply principles of logical and scientific thinking as well as work with a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. In the most difficult phases must be able to deal with nonverbal symbolism such as formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc. Must have the ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activity

Duration

Sitting
Occasionally
Standing
Frequently
Walking
Frequently
Bending (neck)
Frequently
Bending (waist)
Rarely
Squatting
Occasionally
Twisting (neck)
Occasionally
Twisting (waist)
Occasionally
Climbing
Occasionally
Kneeling
Occasionally
Crawling
Occasionally
Reaching (above shoulder level)
Occasionally
Reaching (below shoulder level)
Occasionally

Hand Use

Duration

Repetitive use of hand
Frequently
Simple grasping
Frequently
Power grasping
Occasionally
Fine manipulation
Frequently
Pushing & Pulling
Frequently

Vision

Required

Close vision
Yes
Distance vision
Yes
Color vision
Yes
Peripheral vision
Yes
Depth perception
Yes
Adjust focus
Yes

Lifting Requirements

Duration

0-10 lbs.
Occasionally
11-25 lbs.
Occasionally
26-50 lbs.
Occasionally
51-60 lbs.
Never
61+ lbs.
Never

Equipment Use

Duration

This position requires computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc.
Frequently

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Noise Level

The Noise Level In The Work Environment Is Usually

Moderate and occasionally loud

Work Environment

Duration

This position operates in a general office or engineering lab environment
Frequently
Employee will work around machining or on the production floor
Occasionally
Employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration
Frequently
Employee is exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes or airborne particles
Occasionally
Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold or extreme heat
Occasionally
Employee is exposed to risk of electrical shock
Occasionally