Mechanical Engineer 2 - Marine

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garmin Benefits

Job summary

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

You will develop moderately complex mechanical solutions, test and validate designs, explore new technologies, and bring marine products to mass production. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and related experience, with strong CAD skills in SolidWorks or OnShape, plus familiarity with common manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) and 1 year relevant experience or equivalent
• GPA 3.0+ (as general guideline)
• Proficient in CAD software and modeling moderately complex parts (SolidWorks or OnShape)
• Proficient use of relevant engineering tools

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 feedback on mechanical designs
• Mockup and test basic mechanical systems to verify design requirements
• Estimate tooling, part cost and design time for basic designs
• Communicate with vendors for custom parts
• Specify test plans to validate moderately complex systems
• Knowledge of injection molding, die casting, sheet metal stamping, machining processes

Skills

CAD thinking

Design reviews

Testing & validation

Vendor communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

OnShape

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-timeMechanical 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 AND1 year relevant experienceORan 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