Mechanical Engineer

Delta Systems & Automation; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) plan

Company match

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Holidays

Job summary

Delta Systems & Automation LLC is seeking Mechanical Engineers to join our team. You will design the mechanical portion of machines based on requirements and equipment specifications that meet both business and customers' needs.

Responsibilities include designing frames, drive trains, BOMs, and coordinating with sales, production, and service. Proficiency in SolidWorks, machine design calculations, and FEA is expected, with some travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• BSME from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 4 years of post-secondary education in a Mechanical or related field.
• Experience in food processing and packaging preferred.
• Background in industrial automation is a plus.
• Knowledge of sensors, motors, and robotics.
• SolidWorks and FEA proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical portion of machines, including frames, drive train, and integration of components with ergonomic and safety concepts.
• Use momentum, inertia calculations, drive ratio, and servo sizing in designs.
• Create bills of materials (BOMs).
• Define and institute processes and standards for Engineering.
• Assist sales with packaging system concepts and support production assembly.
• Contribute to development and review of instruction documents.
• Assist service with technical questions and maintain safety standards.
• Communicate with coworkers on customer requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and uphold quality standards.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Team communication

Leadership

Public speaking

Attention to detail

Education

BSME degree

4+ years education

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA

MS Office

Job description

Delta Systems & Automation LLC is seeking Mechanical Engineers to join our team.

In this role, you will design the mechanical portion of machines based on requirements and equipment specifications that meet both business and customers' needs.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical portion of machines, including frames, drive train, and integration of commercial components with general ergonomics and safety design concepts in mind.
• Utilize machine design momentum, inertia calculations, drive ratio, and servo sizing in all component design
• Create bills of materials
• Define and institute processes and standards for the Engineering department
• Assist the sales department with packaging system concepts
• Assist production assembly departments
• Contribute to the development and review of supplemental instruction documents
• Assist the service department with technical questions
• Communicate with coworkers who have experience with specific customer requirements
• Maintain cleanliness of work and common areas
• Maintain quality and safety standards are upheld

Skills

• Ability to multi-task and apply critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate and work cooperatively with coworkers as part of a team
• Able to effectively train and lead work teams within the workgroup
• Able to give effective presentations to general audiences
• Detail-oriented and close attention to accuracy

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of post-secondary education in a Mechanical or related field
• Bachelor's degree (BSME) from an accredited college or university is required.
• Previous experience in food processing and packaging is preferred
• Background in industrial automation is a plus
• Knowledge of electrical design about the use of sensors, motors, and robotics
• Must be proficient with SolidWorks, general loading and machine design calculations, Finite Element Analysis, and MS Office

Physical Demands

• This position will frequently be working on equipment with potential hazards. Appropriate safety equipment and practices are required
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds and occasionally may be required to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds
• The position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Valid or the ability to obtain an unrestricted passport
• Availability to travel domestically and internationally
• Some minimal travel may be required, both nationally and internationally, to assist with sales, assist with equipment installation, training, and troubleshooting
• Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours as needed

Company Benefits

• Generously funded group medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning the first of the month following the date of hire
• Company-paid life insurance policies
• Company-paid short-term disability policy
• Company-paid long-term disability policy
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Company 401k matching contributions
• Paid vacation and sick days
• 11 company-paid holidays

This is a full-time position at our climate-controlled facility. The hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday-Friday; some travel will be required.

Salary will be commensurate based on qualifications, experience, and existing skill set.

IMA Delta Systems designs and builds automated turnkey packaging machinery systems for the food, pharmaceutical, personal care, and household products industries. Offering custom design engineering allows Delta Systems to provide wrapping systems that meet specific customer and application requirements. Delta Systems has comprehensive experience and know-how from concept through installation, delivering a world-class solution for unique flow-wrapping applications.

IMA Delta Systems is part of the Italian-based IMA Group.

IMA Group is a global leader in the development and production of automatic machines for the processing and packaging of pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea and coffee products. We are constantly oriented towards innovation, thanks to significant investments in R&D and a constant dialogue with customers, the territory and local suppliers. We promote an environmentally friendly attitude towards achieving sustainable development. Our history is characterized by constant growth, achieved through continuous investment in the development of people and their skills. We have over 7,000 employees, with 59% in Italy and 41% in the rest of the world, and are present in more than 80 countries.