Mechanical Engineer 3 - Molds
Columbia Machine, Inc.
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Descrizione del lavoro
Columbia Machine, Inc. is seeking an experienced mechanical design professional to develop molds, tooling, and manufacturing processes for concrete molding systems.
You will interpret sales orders and engineering requirements to create mold concepts, drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and related product data. You will lead advanced CAD modeling, review complex components and drawings, and drive prototype testing and design improvements while mentoring engineering staff and
Competenze
- Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering required.
- 5-10 years of professional experience.
- Experience with PDM and Manufacturing software systems.
- Experience with Item Master generation and BOM integration.
- Experience with vendor components, fits, stack-ups, tolerances, interferences.
Mansioni
- Leads advanced 3D CAD modeling and mechanical design, ensuring form, fit, function, manufacturability, and performance are met.
- Develops and reviews complex components, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and engineering documentation.
- Leads prototype testing, analyzes results, identifies root causes, and implements design improvements.
- Demonstrates advanced proficiency in CAD systems, including digital scanning, surface modeling, and product development.
- Provides technical leadership and design review support to engineering team members.
- Supports Manufacturing, Sales, Quality with technical expertise and problem-solving.
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Descrizione del lavoro
At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world.
With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide.
Develops mechanical designs for concrete molds, tooling, and manufacturing processes. Interprets sales orders and engineering requirements to create mold concepts, drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and related product data. Utilizes reverse‑engineering techniques to support mold design and product development. Leads engineering projects, assists with R&D initiatives, and provides technical guidance to engineering technicians and drafters while promoting best practices and achieving department goals.
- Leads advanced 3D CAD modeling and mechanical design, ensuring form, fit, function, manufacturability, and performance requirements are met.
- Develops and reviews complex components, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and engineering documentation.
- Leads prototype testing, analyzes results, identifies root causes, and implements design improvements.
- Demonstrates advanced proficiency in primary and secondary CAD systems, including digital scanning, surface modeling, and product development.
- Creates and maintains Product Structures, Item Masters, ECRs, and RCCAs with a high degree of accuracy.
- Provides technical leadership, mentoring, and design review support to engineering team members.
- Provides technical expertise and problem‑solving support to Manufacturing, Sales, Quality, and other internal customers.
- Leads or contributes to projects and initiatives that improve quality, reduce cost, increase efficiency, and support on‑time delivery.
- Reviews engineering work and documentation to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with requirements.
- Maintains required CAD certifications and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Supports team objectives, takes ownership of complex assignments, and performs other duties as assigned.
- Travel up to 10% - Customer Care and Sales field support
- Understand Divisional Product line sufficiently to support Customer Care and Sales in the field
- Understand Industry concepts sufficiently to take part in competitive field surveys
- Closely assist Service internally and externally on mold service and troubleshooting issues.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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- Microsoft Office Suite (Work, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) – as applied to Engineering Systems
- Autodesk Inventor (2016-2018)
- (PDM) Product Data Management system (i.e., M3)
- AutoCAD 2D & 3D
- (Specific) Divisional Product Knowledge
- Focused product knowledge related to specific Mold Customer processes
- Industry knowledge in the manufacturing and handling of Mold Customer products
- Intimate knowledge on a focused area of the Mold product line.
- (Understand Specific) Divisional products to assist Applications and Sales
- to do estimates on Engineering project hours, scope and timeline
- to understand accounting of costs, make equipment cost estimates for Applications
- Knowledge of Materials, Mechanical Components and their use
- Knowledge of Basic Mechanical systems
- Knowledge of Machine Safety and Industrial safety practices
- Machine Guarding
- Risk Assessments
- Understand the specific safety aspects of a Machine product line
- Analytical
- Project/Process Management
- Clerical/Secretarial
- Computer/Technical
- Written and Oral Communication
- Ability to deal with abstract and concrete variables, as well as have a high level of creative thinking
- Competence in the mechanics of Solids, Stress/Strain Calculations
- Ability to do Hand/Paper calculations, as well as automated processes
- Ability to work within a Team environment with above average interpersonal relationship skills
- Humbleness with manufacturing personnel
- Values the opinions of others
- Understanding and desire to work within an environment of Continuous Improvement
- Ability to focus beyond the individual
- Understanding the human need for flexibility with processes
- Strive for the good of the Team and Columbia
- Manage the workflow on projects within Individual Team members
- Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering.
- 5-10 years of professional experience
- Experience with (PDM) Product Data Management and Manufacturing software systems
- for Item Master generation (Part Numbers) and Product Structure creation (Bills of Materials)
- for the integration of Bills of Materials on multiple levels into full systems of machines
Experience in application of Vendor components, fits, stack-ups, tolerances, interferences
Columbia Machine offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
Columbia does participate in E-Verify.
Job Type: Full-time
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Vancouver, WA 98661: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering.
- 5-10 years of professional experience
- Experience with (PDM) Product Data Management and Manufacturing software systems
- for Item Master generation (Part Numbers) and Product Structure creation (Bills of Materials)
- for the integration of Bills of Materials on multiple levels into full systems of machines
Experience in application of Vendor components, fits, stack-ups, tolerances, interferences
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