Mechanical Engineer II

thyssenkrupp Elevator; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

TK Elevator in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design, implement, and analyze mechanical elevator systems. You will define requirements, verify designs, and ensure compliance with codes such as A17.1, IBC, NBCC while working with cross-functional teams.

This role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years in design/drafting, with experience in SolidWorks or AutoCAD. Collaboration with project managers and field teams is essential, along with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of design and drafting in mechanical design environment.
• Experience working in a team.
• Experience in product development.
• Knowledge of mechanics, physics, statics and dynamics.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and manages development and support of mechanical elevator systems and subsystems.
• Defines requirements and parameters of elevator design in documentation.
• Verifies and validates elevator design through analysis and testing.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams during product development and support.
• Applies elevator codes and standards in design work.
• Develops and maintains templates, calculation sheets, and references.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Engineering fundamentals

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

5+ years design/drafting experience

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

DraftSight

MS Office

Job description

Who we are

TK Elevator (TKE) is a world-leading innovator in vertical transportation and urban mobility. From engineering and installation to maintenance and digital transformation, we support all mobility systems, elevators, escalators, walkways, stairlifts and boarding bridges on any platform, at any time. With digital platforms like AGILE and the IoT platform MAX, we enable smarter, safer urban movement.With more that 50,000 employees, and 1,000+ global support centers, we are moved by what moves people.

TKE – Move Beyond.

TK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer II in Atlanta, GA.

This role will design, implement, and analyze mechanical elevator systems and sub systems. The position will define and evaluate product requirements of the elevator mechanical system by applying standards and understanding the interactions and relationships of the sub systems and components. The role will conduct compliance, verification, and validation of the elevator mechanical system through engineering analysis, system testing, and engineering documentation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Designs, implements, and manages the development and support of mechanical elevator systems and sub-system.
• Defines requirements and limitations of the functions, features, and parameters of elevator design by using basic programming concepts and syntax in engineering documentation
• Verifies and validates elevator design by analyzing and documenting the mechanics of the elevator system.
• Evaluates the interactions of elevator system design and define requirements to sub systems and components.
• Assists in the development of system test plans and supports system testing only as needed.
• Understands and applies the A17.1 elevator code, IBC and NBCC building code, internal standards, and other referenced and relevant standards as a basis for elevator system designs
• Works under general supervision, relies on limited instructions and pre-established guidelines
• Uses computer-assisted engineering, design software, and/or other required equipment to perform assignments
• Maintain/develop department owned templates, calculation sheets, and reference documents
• Submit Engineering Change Orders for end-to-end system change requirements
• Works with other system or component cross functional engineers (mechanical, electrical, software, testing, and configuration) during product development and product support
• Works in team environment with other cross functional departments (project managers, field, factory, supply chain management, quality, and product line management) during product development and product support
• Adheres to all safety procedures and company safety standards while working in the lab and test tower
• Adheres to the corporate compliance policy and ensures that behavior in the workplace is that of a responsible professional
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering field
• 5+ years of design and drafting experience is required in an architectural, structural, or mechanical design environment
• Demonstrated experience of working in a team environment
• Demonstrated experience in product development
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering, physics, statics, and dynamics
• Knowledge of basic electrical engineering is preferred to understand electromechanical interactions
• Experience studying, interpreting, applying, and complying with codes and standards on engineered products.
• Must possess strong decision-making abilities
• Fluent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Experience with 3D CAD tools (Solidworks preferred)
• Experience with 2D design tools (AutoCAD/DraftSight preferred)
• Experience in interpreting and understanding engineering drawings and diagrams
• Must understand and be able to author basic programming logic and syntax
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Must be able to work with limited instruction from manager/team leaders to meet project deadlines
• Elevator codes/regulations of product components, preferred
• 2+ years of elevator design experience, preferred
• Knowledge of hydraulic and traction elevators, preferred

What makes us special

At TK Elevator, we offer more than just a role, we offer a place to grow, thrive, and make an impact.

Provided they meet all eligibility requirement under the applicable plan documents, employees will be offered

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Supplemental medical plans
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D
• Optional life and AD&D coverage
• Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
• Identity theft monitoring
• Pet insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.

Additional benefits include:

• 15 days of vacation per year
• 11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
• Paid sick leave, per company policy
• Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)

Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.

TK Elevator is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status or any other protected status required by applicable law.

Important note:

TK Elevator is committed to a prejudice-free and diverse working environment with equal opportunities. We welcome applications from everyone we continously work towards an inclusive and barrier-free reality. Please do reach out to us and we will work on individual solutions tailored to you.

TKE – Move Beyond