Mechanical Design Engineer

TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Missouri is seeking a Design Engineer to provide technical support for sales and manufacturing. The role involves designing specialized products, conducting stress calculations, and ensuring technical accuracy. Candidates should possess a BS in Mechanical Engineering and strong mechanical aptitude. The position requires effective communication skills and familiarity with engineering and certification standards. This opportunity offers a collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and advanced math skills required.
• Effective verbal and written communication essential.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design products to meet client specifications.
• Provide technical support using CPQ and ERP systems.
• Conduct stress calculations and finite element analysis.
• Ensure accuracy of engineering documentation.
• Develop product pricing and lead time quotes.
• Communicate with customers and vendors about technical information.
• Investigate tooling for special product manufacturing.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

High mechanical aptitude

Ability to read manufacturing drawings

Advanced math skills

Effective verbal communication

Written communication skills

Knowledge of engineering standards

Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office

Experience with CAD and PDM systems

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

CAD software

PDM systems

Job description

Under minimal supervision, the Design Engineer will provide technical support for the sales and manufacturing of standard and engineered products in compliance with company policies, manufacturing and safety procedures, and any applicable outside certification standards.

Responsibilities:

• Design specialized products to meet customer specifications.
• Provide technical information in CPQ, ERP, and other systems as needed to support the sale and manufacturing of products.
• Perform stress calculations and finite element analysis
• Ensure technical accuracy of procedures, drawings, installation instructions, product descriptions, attributes, and structures.
• Develop product quotes: price, lead time, and cost (as required)
• Communicate technical information with customers and vendors
• Investigate new and existing tooling availability for special product manufacturing and provide price quotes on needed tools
• Seek and apply efficiencies in engineering processes and participate in continuous improvement activities
• Perform other duties as assigned based on workload and business needs

Qualifications:

• High mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read manufacturing drawings
• Advanced math skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of applicable engineering and certification standards and codes
• Working knowledge of computers sufficient to successfully use company Microsoft Windows and Office, CPQ, ERP, CAD and PDM systems

Desired Skills:

• Concern for quality, accuracy, and safety
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage own time efficiently to meet deadlines
• Ability to lead others in a team environment
• Ability to work well with others, including peers, management, customers, vendors, representatives, and visitors

Soft Skills:

• Motor skills sufficient to successfully use a computer
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time as needed, up to 8 hours per day, though possibly more
• Frequently required to stand and/or walk, up to 2 hours per day, and make occasional trips from the office area to the manufacturing area
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment when in the manufacturing area, including, but not limited to, safety glasses and safety shoes

Education:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or other related discipline