Mechanical Engineer

Interplace, Inc.; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Mechanical Engineer with at least 5 years of design experience. Responsibilities include generating design solutions, managing projects, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. Proficiency in CAD tools, particularly CATIA V5, is essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative product development within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years design experience in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Proficient in CAD tools including CATIA V5 and SolidWorks.
• Strong project management skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Generate creative solutions to design problems and document the development process.
• Coordinate with a multi-disciplinary team and evaluate designs through prototype testing.
• Manage projects from initial design concept to production release.

Skills

Project management

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

SolidWorks

SAP

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Generate creative solutions to design problems and demonstrate their viability considering factors such as risk, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, weight and cost.
• Transition concepts into products, defining requirements, selecting materials and processes, interacting with suppliers and manufacturers, and documenting the development process.
• Troubleshoot design failure modes to root cause and develop quick, effective solutions.
• Coordinate with others in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Evaluate designs through prototype testing and requirement verification.
• Knowledge in Mechanical, Aerospace and/or Manufacturing Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of design experience
• Proficient in CAD Tools, SoildWorks and exposure to Catia V5 (a must)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, SAP business software
• Excellent oral, written, presentation and communication skills.
• Project management of product from initial design concept to production release
• Track and record projects
• Assist Engineering Manager with various projects/tasks
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, multi-task, and effectively interact with other Engineering disciplines and external contacts.
EXPERIENCE
• CATIA V5 experience required - (5) years
• Experience with product development.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and how to optimize designs and be cost effective.
• Ability to manage projects effectively.
• Must have an analytical and process-driven approach, with a high attention to detail.