Mechanical Engineer - Derby, KS

HEICO; Derby (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HEICO in Derby, Kansas is seeking a mid-level mechanical engineer to review customer requirements, design electromechanical components, create drawings, and provide production support for product builds. Under the Engineering Manager, this role ensures designs meet schedule and customer requirements.

The candidate will also support quality control of engineering deliverables and act as the technical point of contact for the projects assigned, collaborating with electrical and software engineers

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in aircraft cabin or similar systems.
• SolidWorks and 3D modeling experience to support detail, assembly, and top-level drawings.
• Strong technical/problem-solving skills and ability to communicate clearly.
• Self-motivated team player capable of learning quickly within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Review customer requirements and design electromechanical components and assemblies.
• Create engineering drawings and provide production support for builds.
• Coordinate with electrical/software engineers on overall design.
• Ensure designs meet DRM, project, and design requirements.
• Support design reviews and maintain quality of engineering deliverables.
• Serve as technical contact for assigned design projects.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D modeling

Excel

Windows / Office

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, this is a mid-level mechanical engineering position where the individual will review customer technical requirements, design electromechanical components and assemblies, create engineering drawings, and provide production support for product build. This position ensures the design projects are completed according to schedule and meet the customer requirements. The position will be responsible for internal company support and overall quality control of engineering deliverables. This position will also be the technical point of contact for the design projects assigned to the individual.

Job Functions

• Work with Engineering Manager for project assignment.
• Review the customer Technical Requirements for the assigned design.
• Communicate clearly with the electrical and software engineers to develop the overall design.
• Assure compliance with DRM, project requirements, and design requirements
• Support regular product design reviews.
• Develop mechanical and electromechanical products.
• Assure quality of engineering deliverables.
• Generate working prototypes for beta testing and customer demonstration.
• Perform engineering calculations to support design work.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested or assigned.
• Ensure project timeline is met and project stays within budget.

Job Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of 3+ years mechanical design required, preferably in aircraft cabin or similar systems. Experience with SolidWorks and 3D modeling in support of detail, assembly, and top-level drawings. The candidate will have exceptional technical and problem-solving skills and reasoning ability. In addition, a successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively and clearly, must be self-motivated and a great team worker. The employee is expected to acquire the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within 90 days in the position.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent combination of education, training and experience required.

Skills

Skills expected include strong design skills; ability to take project from concept to completion; strong verbal and written skills; and the ability to read prints and manufacturing documentation. SolidWorks skills in sheet metal, machining, injection molding, and part design; good computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel are required.

Certificates and Licenses

None required.

Problem Solving

Continual problem solving exists in this position. Problems include the design, debug and test of hardware designs. Problems also arise when assisting other Design Engineers with design issues.

Decision Making

Continual decision making exists in this position. Decision making occurs in the design and production of company products.

Financial Accountability

Employee is responsible for the safe use of departmental tools and equipment. Employee is not involved in authorization of departmental expenditures.

Personal Relations

Employee has continual contact with other employees and other departments in the design and troubleshooting of company products. This position also has frequent contact with suppliers and vendors when designing and determining the proper parts to be used for company products.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may train or guide others on various engineering projects.

Work Environment

No adverse working conditions exist. Frequent computer use is required for this position. This position performs work in a normal office environment, which is normally quiet conditions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock when testing designs. No other adverse working conditions exist.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to perform office and computer work. The employee can be required to occasionally lift items up to 10 pounds approximately 10% of the time. Employee must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures; ability to write reports and other correspondence; and the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and customers.