Mechanical Engineer

Davis-Standard; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Davis-Standard in the United States is seeking a Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer to design new extrusion systems and modify existing ones, supporting build and QA to meet sold specifications.

The role emphasizes 3D CAD design (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), selection of materials, and collaboration with manufacturing, engineering and sales teams. Travel up to 10% for customer visits and startups may be required.

Qualifications

• A bachelor degree in mechanical or mechatronics or related field.
• Experience with industrial automation is a plus.
• Experience with 3D modeling software and simulation packages.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design continuous web handling machinery to sold specifications.
• Solve moderately complex machinery designs as directed by the Engineering Manager.
• Calculate stress, deflections, and theoretical analysis; FEА analysis background is a plus.
• Select proper materials for design requirements.
• Design in 3D and 2D CAD applications; SolidWorks/AutoCAD experience a plus.
• Participate on Project Teams for contract and design review.

Skills

Mechanical design

Automation experience

3D modeling

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Design new extrusion systems and make modifications/upgrades to existing extrusion systems. Assist assembly shop floor throughout build process of extrusion systems. Support identification of assembly issues and lead corrective action to maintain project schedule and ensure that sold specifications are met. Evaluate system design, part design, or existing processes for cost efficiency and reliability. Aid quality department with supplier deviation requests and post inspection part disposition.

Responsibilities

• Design continuous web handling machinery to sold specifications
• Solve moderately complex machinery designs as directed by the Engineering Manager
• Calculate stress, deflections, and theoretical analysis. FEA Analysis background is a plus
• Select proper materials for design requirements
• Design in both 3D and 2D CAD applications. SolidWorks/AutoCAD experience a plus
• Participate on Project Teams for contract and design review
• Act as liaison between manufacturing, engineering and sales representatives
• Participate in customer sales meetings and be able to lead other designers
• Understand, at a high-level, design for manufacturing and assembly with ability to access existing designs and modify for improved outcomes such as reduction in part cost and time to assemble
• Coordination of scope requirements between the controls and mechanical engineering groups
• Provide Sales with technical help on customer presentations and proposals
• Lead efforts of other designers on large projects under supervision of the Engineering Manager
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Mechanical Engineering Manager
• Awareness of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, EHS&S programs
• Travel up to 5-10% for customer visits, vendor meetings, and start-ups as required

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering, or related 2 or 4-yr degree
• Experience with industrial automation or automated machinery preferred, but not required
• Experience with 3D modeling software, including exposure to simulation packages
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office products
• Strong written and verbal communication skills