Mechanical Design Engineer

ISC Manufacturing; Town of Texas, Burleson (WI, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and detail mechanical components using Autodesk Inventor. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, and improving designs for cost-effectiveness. You will be responsible for generating fabrication drawings, performing engineering calculations, and selecting mechanical equipment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical engineering, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering required.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor and metal fabrication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create and detail drawings using Autodesk Inventor from sketches and instructions.
• Coordinate manufacturability and apply DFA/DFM principles.

Skills

Autodesk Inventor

Mechanical Engineering

Metal Fabrication

Engineering Calculations

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Position: Mechanical Engineer

Job Responsibilities:

• Create, revise, and detail drawings using Autodesk Inventor from concept sketches, markups, or verbal instructions.
• Ensure mechanical fit of all components for a design.
• Coordinate proper creation of item type, and manufacturability and apply DFA/DFM principles.
• Generate fabrication drawings and bill of Material (BOM) for a project.
• Research/review customer specifications to ensure compliance.
• Make drawing corrections/revisions as needed to meet project requirements.
• Prepare layout/general arrangement drawings for submittal to the customer for approval.
• Work with the Sales department regarding project requirements, and communicate changes in design.
• Work with production associates to resolve issues arising on the shop floor and provide solutions to a problem.
• Select mechanical equipment required for the project such as gearboxes, bearings, sensors, and gaskets.
• Prepare an accurate list of raw materials required to fabricate equipment.
• Perform basic engineering calculations, stress analysis of components, and material selection.
• Ability to improve design from cost and ease of manufacturing perspective.
• Modify existing design and support developing new products.
• Communicate with customers whenever required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that the project meets the deadline.
• 10% Travel.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• At least 1 year experience working with Autodesk Inventor sheet metal & part design environment.
• Experience working with metal fabrication and manufacturing background.
• Knowledge of basic engineering design theories, strength calculations, and cost analysis.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical parts and their functioning.
• Understanding of basic manufacturing processes and their application.
• Understanding of tolerances, limits, fits, weld symbols, exploded views, GD & T.
• Experience working on medium to large-scale design and manufacturing projects that involve engineering applications, structural calculations, and design analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in drawings and technical writing in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with screw conveyors, bucket elevators, belt conveyors, feeders, tubular drag conveyors, and other bulk material handling systems will be a plus.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player with a CAN-DO attitude!