Mechanical Engineer 3

Ascential Technologies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascential Technologies is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to lead the design and development of custom automated systems. You will coordinate CAD for sub-systems and full machines, ensuring form, fit, and function while meeting client requirements and GAMP standards.

You will collaborate with controls, manufacturing, and suppliers, conduct safety assessments, and maintain detailed engineering docs.

Qualifications

• Experience leading projects, conducting design reviews, and working cross-functionally with controls, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.
• Strong SolidWorks, machine design, GD&T, and manufacturing knowledge.
• Proven experience designing automated equipment from concept through manufacturing and startup.
• 8 Years: Mechanical engineering experience in custom automation or special-purpose machinery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of custom automated systems, ensuring all processes and components meet client requirements and GAMP standards.
• Oversee and coordinate CAD design for sub-systems and entire machines, ensuring form, fit, and function requirements.
• Develop and iterate concept CAD models to define the overall system layout, including space constraints, motion ranges, and operator interfaces.
• Collaborate with the controls engineering team to define automation sequences, safety devices, and guarding requirements.
• Conduct safety risk assessments, document hazards, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage the creation and maintenance of detailed engineering documentation, including schematics, assembly drawings, and bills of materials.
• Lead project teams in the execution of design phases, ensuring that project milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Provide technical direction and feedback to engineering team members, ensuring adherence to best practices and project goals.
• Participate in formal design reviews, offering expert insights and recommendations to optimize designs and processes.
• Coordinate with project managers to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and maintain project schedules.

Skills

SolidWorks

Machine design

GD&T

Manufacturing knowledge

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Description

• Lead the design and development of custom automated systems, ensuring all processes and components meet client requirements and GAMP standards.
• Oversee and coordinate CAD design for sub-systems and entire machines, ensuring that designs meet form, fit, and function requirements.
• Develop and iterate concept CAD models to define and communicate the overall system layout, including space constraints, motion ranges, and operator interfaces.
• Collaborate with the controls engineering team to define automation sequences, safety devices, and guarding requirements.
• Conduct safety risk assessments, document hazards, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage the creation and maintenance of detailed engineering documentation, including schematics, assembly drawings, and bills of materials.
• Lead project teams in the execution of design phases, ensuring that project milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Provide technical direction and feedback to engineering team members, ensuring adherence to best practices and project goals.
• Participate in formal design reviews, offering expert insights and recommendations to optimize designs and processes.
• Coordinate with project managers to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and maintain project schedules.

Project Leadership

• Lead project teams in the execution of design phases, ensuring that project milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Provide technical direction and feedback to engineering team members, ensuring adherence to best practices and project goals.
• Participate in formal design reviews, offering expert insights and recommendations to optimize designs and processes.
• Coordinate with project managers to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and maintain project schedules.

Continuous Improvement And Innovation

• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, identifying opportunities to implement new methods and standards that enhance engineering efficiency and product quality.
• Support sales and marketing teams with technical expertise during client engagements, contributing to proposal development and project planning.

Qualifications

• Experience leading projects, conducting design reviews, and working cross-functionally with controls, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.
• Strong SolidWorks, machine design, GD&T, and manufacturing knowledge.
• Proven experience designing automated equipment from concept through manufacturing and startup.
• 8 Years: Mechanical engineering experience in custom automation or special-purpose machinery.

Licenses & Certifications

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