Mechanical Engineer 1

Fike Corporation; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 67,527 - 84,402; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical Plans

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing Bonus Program

On-Site Fitness Center

Employee Assistance Program

Education Reimbursement

Free Coffee/Tea

Job summary

Fike Corporation in Blue Springs is looking for a Mechanical Engineer 1 to develop systems for pressure relief and fire suppression. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and two years of related experience.

The ideal candidate will analyze research data, perform experiments, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Benefits include extensive PTO, medical plans, and a 401(k) with a company match.

Qualifications

• Two years related post degree experience.
• Experience with ASME Section VIII or XIII and applicable military standards.
• Background in fluid flow, metallurgy, or stress analysis using finite element methods.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes research data and proposed product specifications.
• Confers with Sales, Production and Quality to clarify problems.
• Performs or organizes experiments to determine engineering parameters.
• Uses design software to perform engineering and design tasks.
• Interacts with customers to provide engineered solutions.

Skills

Subject Matter Understanding

Analytical

Records Management

Computer Applications

Design

Research

Project Management

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline

Master's degree in a related technical field

Job description

Mechanical Engineer 1 (Onsite)

Fike Corporation, a rapidly growing international manufacturer of pressure relief, explosion protection, fire suppression and detection equipment, has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer 1 position. Fike is a privately held business located in Blue Springs, MO with over 400 employees locally & over 1,200 employees worldwide.

Job Summary

Develops new systems and components for fire suppression, explosion suppression, and pressure relief industries in accordance with product requirements. Requires frequent independent interpretation of requirements and coordination of efforts with other engineers, sales, marketing, and manufacturing. Utilizes appropriate methods for analysis, makes calculations to obtain necessary engineering parameters and conducts/organizes experiments and researches to understand physical phenomena of Fike products. Relies upon more experienced co-workers to resolve challenging problems.

Primary Responsibilities

• 1. Analyzes research data and proposed product specifications to determine feasibility of product proposal.
• 2. Confers with Sales, Production and Quality to clarify or resolve problems.
• 3. Performs or organizes experiments to determine necessary engineering parameters.
• 4. Discusses, analyzes, summarizes and publishes test results.
• 5. Uses test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
• 6. Evaluates test results for possible application to development of other uses.
• 7. Prepares or directs preparation of product or system layout and detailed drawings and schematics.
• 8. Performs project and system design.
• 9. Uses design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.
• 10. Confers with other engineering personnel and prepares design modifications as required.
• 11. Makes recommendations to appropriate personnel on improvements to current production processes leading to increased efficiency.
• 12. Coordinates activities with appropriate approval agencies to ensure compliance of new products with industry standards.
• 13. Coordinates completion of all documents required to produce new products including creation of assembly drawings, bills of materials and item masters in the Fike business system as well as any other documentation that may be required.
• 14. Provides engineering and manufacturing support on new and/or existing products when problems arise with manufacturing or approval processes.
• 15. Interacts with customers to provide engineered solutions to their requirements and product problems.
• 16. Provides support in calculations and application information.
• 17. Studies ASME, ANSI, MIL, AISI, IFI, NACE, API, ISO, AWS and NFPA standards. Applies these standards as appropriate to new designs.
• 18. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and seminars, reviewing professional publications, networking and participating in professional societies.
• 19. Maintains the confidentiality of all information processed.

Performs related duties as assigned. Regular and consistent attendance is required.

Essential Skills

• Subject Matter Understanding
• Analytical
• Records Management
• Computer Applications
• Design
• Research
• Project Management
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving

Work Environment

Work will be performed in an office environment or an industrial setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, hear, see, sit, and use hands.

Job Qualifications

Required: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline. Two years related post degree experience.

Preferred: Master's degree in a related technical field. Experience with ASME Section VIII or XIII and applicable military standards. Background in fluid flow, metallurgy, or stress analysis using finite element methods and a background with manufacturing business system’s software.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $67,527 to $84,402 a year and may increase depending on the level of experience of the candidate.

Benefits

• Three Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) pro-rated the first year & Paid Holidays
• Medical Plans with FSA & HSA, Vision & Dental Plan
• Paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Plan with Company Match Fully Vested on Day One!
• Profit Sharing Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-Site Fitness Center & Award Winning Wellness Program
• Reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Glasses
• Service awards & Recognition Program
• Company Picnic, Quarterly Events and Holiday Lunch
• Free Coffee/Tea, Lunch Utensils, Lunch Room Mini-mart, Free Parking

Refer to Req ID 3892. Please visit our website at www.fike.com to fill out an application.

Fike is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.