Mechanical Engineer

ANDRITZ Schuler North America; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ANDRITZ Schuler North America seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and support mechanical equipment across on-site and customer environments. You will create 2D/3D drawings (Catia V6), select materials, and develop BOMs in SAP, while collaborating with a design team to meet global Schuler standards.

The role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of manufacturing processes, and the ability to travel 20–30% for inspections and field support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Five (5) years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs products such as engines, machines, instruments, controls, or robots.
• Works with a design team to create design sketches, layouts, and plans.
• Uses CAD software to create preliminary and detailed drawings of the product. Create 2D and 3D drawings in Catia V6
• Produces specifications for products and chooses raw materials and components to be used in production.
• Builds models and prototypes of the product and tests the design.
• Studies the test data and makes comparisons with similar designs.
• Develops control systems and monitors production.
• Create and Modify bill of materials in SAP application.
• Provide engineering calculations for Mechanical systems
• Capable of determining correct material specifications and tolerances
• On-site inspections, review and recommendations
• Global standards and norms/ Schuler norms
• Metalforming and automation equipment knowledge
• Material science and manufacturing processes
• In-house and on-site Schuler equipment troubleshooting
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD

Catia

MS Office

Mechanical skills

Material science

Manufacturing processes

Engineering calculations

Machinery design

Global standards

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

Catia V6

Job description

The Mechanical Engineer will design and test all aspects of mechanical equipment and machinery. Provide basic technical support and troubleshooting for machinery and equipment, respond to customer inquiries and resolve simple issues via phone, email, or onsite visits. Assist in routine maintenance tasks, equipment inspections and troubleshooting. Escalate complex issues to higher-level engineers or specialists as necessary.

Medium knowledge of CAD systems - able to create 2D and 3D drawings. Good knowledge of material science, manufacturing processes and engineering calculations. Basic knowledge of machinery design and global standards.

Key Responsibilities

Designs products such as engines, machines, instruments, controls, or robots.

Works with a design team to create design sketches, layouts, and plans.

Uses computer-assisted design (CAD) software to create preliminary and detailed drawings of the product. Create 2D and 3D drawings in Catia V6

Produces specifications for products and chooses raw materials and components to be used in production.

Builds models and prototypes of the product and tests the design.

Studies the test data and makes comparisons with similar designs.

Develops control systems and monitors production.

Create and Modify bill of materials in SAP application.

Provide engineering calculations for Mechanical systems

Capable of determining correct material specifications and tolerances

On-site inspections, review and recommendations

Global standards and norms/ Schuler norms

Metalforming and automation equipment knowledge

Material science and manufacturing processes

In-house and on-site Schuler equipment troubleshooting

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Specific Competencies

Basic understanding of machinery and equipment.

Excellent mechanical and technical skills.

Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

Proficient with computer-assisted design (CAD) software. Prefer Catia experience.

Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software

Education and Professional Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.

Five (5) years of related experience preferred.

Other Valued Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Travel required 20-30%

Must be able to access and inspect all areas of machinery.

Ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines

Possess strong analytical aptitude

Self-motivated and results oriented.

Strong time management and organizational skills

Ability to multi-task and to work in dynamic business environment; Adaptable to change

Self-motivated and results oriented; Ability to use judgement and make decisions independently

Teamwork oriented to resolve problems and achieve goals

Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills

Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.

German Language skills would be a plus.