Mechanical Engineer 2 - Marine

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Garmin is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 for its Marine Product team at the U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area.

You will develop moderately complex mechanical solutions, test and validate designs, perform technology explorations, and help bring marine products to mass production. The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with 1 year of experience and proficiency in SolidWorks or OnShape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 1 year relevant experience
• GPA 3.0 or higher as a general guideline
• Proficient in CAD software and modeling of moderately complex parts
• Familiar with engineering tools and design reviews

Responsibilities

• Complete moderately complex mechanical designs for Garmin or OEM products
• Model complex parts as an expert CAD user
• Participate in design reviews and provide comments on mechanical designs
• Mockup and test basic mechanical systems to verify requirements
• Estimate tooling, part cost and design time for basic designs
• Communicate with vendors producing custom parts as needed
• Specify test plans to validate moderately complex systems
• Demonstrate knowledge of injection molding, die casting and sheet metal processes
• Know common materials used for basic part production and performance

Skills

SolidWorks

OnShape

CAD modeling

Mechanical design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Injection molding

Die casting

Sheet metal stamping

Machining processes

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineer 2 on the Marine Product team at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for developing moderately complex mechanical solutions, testing and validating, completing technology explorations and/or delivering marine products to mass production.

Essential Functions

• Complete moderately complex mechanical designs for Garmin or OEM products
• Model complex parts as an expert CAD user
• Collaborate and add value through participation in design reviews, providing comments and suggestions on mechanical engineering designs
• Mockup and test basic mechanical systems to verify compliance with design requirements
• Make estimates on tooling, part cost and design time for basic mechanical designs
• Communicate effectively with vendors that produce custom mechanical parts as required
• Specify test plans to validate moderately complex systems
• Possess knowledge of injection modeling, die casting, sheet metal stamping, machining processes, etc.
• Demonstrate proficient knowledge of preferred part materials for basic part production and performance

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering AND 1 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrates knowledge of CAD software and the ability to model moderately complex parts (Solidworks or OnShape)
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge and utilization of relevant engineering tools

Desired Qualifications

• Previous work or internship experience in design, particularly for consumer products
• Mechanical systems repair or troubleshooting experience
• Experience using SolidWorks or OnShape
• A passion for boating, fishing, or being on the water

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits