Mechanical Design & Prototyping Engineer

Patz Corporation; Town of Pound (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Patz Corporation in Wisconsin is seeking an engineer to design and prototype production machinery. You will create 3D models, layouts and schematics from sketches, and prepare production prints with dimensions and BOMs.

You’ll collaborate with manufacturing on problem resolution and implement design changes to improve performance and reduce cost. The role requires strong CAD proficiency, math skills, and the ability to interpret complex instructions.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in the use of a CAD system required.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as plane and solid geometry, numerical analysis, calculus and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply engineering calculations in vector mechanics, kinematics, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and control systems.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Using a CAD station, prepare 3D models, layouts or schematics from sketches, specifications, and other engineering reference data.
• Prepare production prints from models and layouts, showing dimensions, tolerances, and bills of material.
• Work on assembly and installation of prototypes at plant and on site to gain knowledge of machine uses.
• Utilize sketches and data submitted to formulate and visualize original design concepts, calculate and check specifications.
• Establish tolerances and dimensions to determine requirements for capacities and materials.
• Provide technical information to Purchasing on procurement of materials and sources.
• Approve purchases of materials needed for project completion.
• Resolve technical problems under Engineer in charge.
• Analyze design concepts for manufacturing feasibility and cost.
• Recommend design changes to improve quality, performance and reduce cost.
• Assist in resolving production problems with manufacturing.
• Instruct and check drawings of the Mechanical Designer.
• Provide technical assistance for construction and testing of pilot models.
• Assist Project Engineer to analyze test results and propose design modifications.
• Prepare Engineering Change Orders and Projects.
• Alter drawings to fit Engineering Change Orders.
• Draft manuals and assembly instructions for new products.
• Assist Technical Illustrator Writer with proof copies to ensure accuracy.
• Undertake more complex assignments as directed by supervisor.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Report writing

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Mathematics basics

Instruction interpretation

Engineering calculations

FEA/CFD experience

Job description

Patz Corporation in Wisconsin is seeking an engineer to design and prototype production machinery. You will create 3D models, layouts and schematics from sketches, and prepare production prints with dimensions and BOMs.

You’ll collaborate with manufacturing on problem resolution and implement design changes to improve performance and reduce cost. The role requires strong CAD proficiency, math skills, and the ability to interpret complex instructions.