Mechanical Engineer

HALE PRODUCTS, INC.; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HALE PRODUCTS, INC. is looking for a Mechanical Engineer in Ocala, FL. The role involves 3D modeling and design of mechanical components using SolidWorks. Responsibilities include creating detailed drawings, establishing test plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 2 years of experience in gear or pump engineering are required. Join us in a regular, full-time, on-site position and be a part of developing high-quality solutions for the manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of gear or pump engineering experience preferred.
• Ability to develop detailed drawings and bills of materials.
• Ability to produce creative solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Creation and editing of models and assemblies in SolidWorks.
• Establish test plans to validate new or modified designs.
• Respond to internal or external technical problems.

Skills

3D modeling with SolidWorks

General knowledge of component fits and tolerances

Designing rotating machinery, gearboxes, and bearings

Designing castings and precision machined parts

Experience with GD&T

Using ERP systems, preferably JD Edwards

Proficiency in Microsoft Suites

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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This position is not eligible for sponsorship of U.S. work visas

Position Summary

The Mechanical Engineer designs and supports mechanical components and assemblies from concept through production using SolidWorks. Responsibilities include 3D modeling, detailed drawings, bills of material, testing support, engineering changes, and technical problem resolution. This role collaborates closely with cross‑functional teams to develop reliable, high‑quality solutions for pumps, rotating equipment, and fabricated assemblies in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This is a regular, full‑time, on‑site position located at Hale Products, Inc. in Ocala, FL.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Creation and editing of models and assemblies in SolidWorks.
• Development of detail drawings, bills of material, specifications.
• Update existing production designs and drawings.
• Establish test plans to validate new/modified designs or benchmark existing designs.
• Prepare engineering changes, process documentation, and reports.
• Interface with sales, product management, manufacturing, outside suppliers, and end users.
• Analyze customer requirements and test results and propose solutions.
• Research alternative methods, components, designs, processes, or materials.
• Respond to internal or external technical problems and pursue to resolution.
• Produce documentation in the form of bulletins and manuals.
• Generate novel and practical solutions to a variety of problems.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Required Abilities

• Ability to design with 3D modeling software – preferably SolidWorks.
• Possess a general knowledge of component fits and tolerances.
• Ability or experience with one or more of the following: rotating machinery, gearboxes and bearings, pumps, as well as heavy duty trucks.
• Ability to design castings, weldments, and precision machined parts and assemblies.
• Ability to translate spatial concepts into concrete models and designs.
• Ability to develop detailed drawings and bills of materials for parts and assemblies.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent communications skills.
• Experience with GD&T.
• Ability to produce creative solutions in a fast paced, cross functional, multi-tasking environment.
• Ability to design centrifugal pump assemblies.
• Ability to design sand cast and investment cast parts.
• Ability to design sheet metal, weldments, and fabricated assemblies.
• Ability to use ERP system, preferably JD Edwards.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Suites.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent 4-year technical degree/experience with progressive varied engineering experience with an emphasis on concept thru aftermarket product design and support.
• 2 years of gear or pump engineering experience preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or over 50 pounds with assistance. May be exposed to various workplace hazards, including chemicals, machinery, and noise. Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.