Mechanical Engineer

AMF Bakery Systems Inc.; Richmond (VA); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

AMF Bakery Systems Inc. in Richmond, VA, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to create and support machine designs that help bakeries operate at the lowest cost with the highest quality.

You will design and analyze systems, advise sales, and learn from senior engineers to drive value in a global manufacturing environment. You will develop 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation; conduct cost analyses and apply VAVE concepts; support field issues, onsite troubleshooting, and customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of machine design experience (or AA + 5 yrs).
• Experience with AC drive/motor design and servo motor calculations.
• Ability to design, document pneumatic control systems.
• Experience producing technical documentation (manuals, bulletins).
• Experience with equipment and plant layout design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D modeling tools (Solid Edge/Solid Works/Inventor).
• Proficient with Word and Excel for data analysis.

Responsabilités

• Create machine models in 3D software meeting specs and customer needs.
• Assemble complete BOMs for ERP release.
• Ensure designs meet cost targets and performance standards.
• Create drawings/prints for manufacturing components.
• Incorporate feedback from field teams and customers.
• Maintain familiarity with bakery sanitary design standards.
• Utilize design tools to create efficient, accurate designs.
• Conduct cost/margin analysis and apply VAVE concepts to reduce costs.
• Support field issues and provide resolutions.
• Assist assembly team during checkout on active projects.
• Learn business, competitors, and advantages of AMF equipment.
• Visit bakeries for onsite troubleshooting and discussions with operators.

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

AA degree + 5 years experience

Outils

AutoCAD

Solid Edge

SolidWorks

Inventor

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

WE RISE TOGETHER!

At AMF, we are dedicated to working alongside our customers to produce better food for families around the world while creating better lives for our teammates, families, customers, and communities.

AMF Bakery Systems is the world's largest manufacturer of high-speed bakery equipment. We provide complete automated bakery solutions for numerous categories, including Soft Bread and roll, Artisan Bread, Cake and Pie, Pizza and Flatbread and Pastry and Croissant. AMF is part of the Markel Food Groups, the leading equipment supplier to food manufactures around the world.

Our culture and shared values are spelled out in "The Markel Style" as we encourage and recognize teammates that bring these values to life each day. With the style as our guide, our teams pursue excellence while keeping a sense of humor. Seeking to know our customers' needs, we aim to build financial value for our shareholders while sharing success with others and winning together. We are inspired to work hard and encouraged to challenge management to find better ways of doing things. At AMF, we believe in fostering the professional development and personal potential of our diverse workforce.

If you're searching for the next company to call home, AMF Bakery Systems provides a teammate-centered culture with exciting career growth opportunities. We strive to build extraordinary teams by seeking out a wide range of talent, experiences, and diverse backgrounds. Diversity of thought and the collaboration of various life experiences are what drive growth and innovation at AMF.

How you will impact AMF:

As an AMF Mechanical Engineer you will create and support current and new machine designs which help bakeries operate at the lowest cost with the highest quality. AMF machines help our customers make new and interesting products; thus driving their growth and providing excellent food at an affordable cost to the end consumer. Engineers advise sales and others in the field on the capabilities of AMF equipment so customers can choose the right machine for their application. They also learn from experienced AMF engineers and eventually share and teach others about the trade of engineering at AMF and how it drives value in a global manufacturing company. Additionally, they support and teach assemblers and others who interact with AMF machines about the machine, the design, how it works, and how to troubleshoot so our teammates can grow as teammates and individuals. Lastly, but not in the least, AMF teammates are encouraged to participate in local sustainability and community activities.

Job Description:

• Create machine models using 3D software (Solid Edge) which meet customer needs and specifications including sizing, material types, and selection of commercial components.
• Assemble complete and accurate BOMs for the machine/system design to be released into the ERP system to drive part purchases.
• Ensure designs meet cost targets for the product lines, as well as the highest standards of accuracy and machine performance.
• Create accompanying drawings/prints for manufacturing components of the machine.
• Compile and apply feedback from assemblers, installation technicians, and customers regarding the functionality of the machines.
• Maintain familiarity with bakery sanitary design standards and ensure machines designs are compliant
• Utilize CTO tools to create designs efficiently and accurately
• Perform cost/margin analysis post-machine completion to identify cost reduction opportunities; Apply "VAVE" concepts as needed to reduce machine costs through redesign
• Support field issues and determine resolutions to problems
• Support the assembly team prior to, during, and in the final states of the checkout on active projects.
• Learn and understand the business, competitors, and advantages to Flex equipment
• Visit bakeries, provide onsite troubleshooting, and discuss with operators the advantages and opportunities for AMF machine designs
• Maintain and provide updated content for technical documents
• Assist the Applications Engineering and Equipment Product Managers during the scope phase of a potential project
• Assist sales with custom design solutions and custom quote estimating

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. A combination of an AA degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree
• Significant machine/mechanism design experience
• Experience with AC Drive Motor, Servo Motor design and calculations
• Ability to understand, design, and document pneumatic control systems
• Experience with technical documentation, including equipment manuals and bulletins
• Experience with equipment and plant layout design
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, proficient in any 3D modeling applications (i.e., Solid Edge/Solid Works/Inventor)
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel with basic skills for data analysis
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously
• Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Comfortable with working in fast-paced environment offer a competitive salary, benefit, paid time off and other ancillary benefits as well as a robust 401k Profit Sharing plan
• Machining and Fabrication knowledge preferred