Mechanical Engineer III

1100 Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc.; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympus Controls is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join our fast-paced automation team. You will conceptualize, design, develop and test mechatronic automation solutions, create detailed 2D/3D drawings, and support manufacturing and supply chain activities to deliver on time and on budget.

Ideal candidates have a degree in mechanical engineering, 5–7 years of design experience, and hands-on experience with DFSS, DFM, and CAD/PDM tools in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent required.
• 5-7 years of relevant design experience required.
• Experience in machine design using DFM principles.
• Understanding of Six Sigma process control, LEAN, TQM, and/or DFSS.
• Computer literacy and Microsoft Office experience is a must.
• Experience in PDM (i.e., SolidWorks PDM), ERP (i.e., Syspro, SAP), CAD software systems (i.e., SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Experience with mechatronics (i.e., sensors, vision, motion control, plc, robotics) is a plus.
• Experience or understanding of automation controls (i.e., electrical schematics, automation control panels) is a plus.
• Understanding principles of software code (robot, vision programing) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with sales engineers and customers to define the problem and SOW.
• Conceptualize innovative mechatronic and product design solutions.
• Help prepare Statements of Work (SOW) / proposals for new opportunities.
• Apply VOC principles in creating a solution with 3D concepts for sales and costing.
• Design detailed 3D models of parts and complete automation subassemblies.
• Learn DFSS principles to achieve capability and reproducibility in outputs.
• Apply root cause analysis in troubleshooting automated systems.
• Apply FMEA & DFMEA during the design process.
• Continue applying DFM principles for manufacturability and quality.
• Create and check detailed 2D drawings of parts/assemblies.
• Support BOMs and ECOs.
• Help design and execute Proof of Concepts (POC) to determine feasibility.
• Work with a wide variety of technology and applications.
• Collaborate in a small cross-functional team to enhance outputs.
• Report progress to project managers or leads regularly.
• Honor commitments and uphold Olympus Controls' core values.
• Participate in internal and customer-facing design reviews.
• Support FAT/SAT system buyoffs.
• Occasional travel as needed.

Skills

Mechatronic design

DFSS / Six Sigma

DFM principles

SolidWorks

PDM familiarity

ERP familiarity

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks PDM

Syspro/SAP ERP

Job description

Olympus Controls (www.olympus-controls.com) is a fast-paced Automation Company that has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer III to join our growing company. We offer a dynamic environment with competitive salaries and health benefits for the right type of highly motivated individuals.

The Mechanical Engineer III role is a key contributor to the engineering team's success. This small but effective team is focused on delivering custom automation solutions - everything from custom single-axis actuators to OEM engineered automated machines/systems for Fortune 500 clients across the US and beyond.

Under the direction of the Design Engineering Manager, you will conceptualize, design, develop and test mechatronic automation solutions, develop tooling for robot work cells, create detailed mechanical drawings and documentation, support our quality systems, and work with supply chain vendors. You will work with a team of mechanical, electrical, applications, and software engineers to help deliver solutions on time and on budget. In addition, you will support the manufacturing and work directly with the Operations Department as needed.

The successful candidate will have the ability to work efficiently and develop lasting relationships with fast-paced, world-class, technically savvy clients. This person will be a creative problem solver with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, confident in mechatronics design solutions, well-organized, and self-motivated. The position requires enthusiasm, tenacity, creativity, flexibility, resiliency, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a professional and courteous personality.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work with the sales engineers and customers to help define the problem and understand the statement of work
• Conceptualize innovative mechatronic and product design solutions that meet/exceed customer expectations
• Help prepare, or have ownership of, Statements of Work (SOW)/proposals for new business opportunities
• Applying Voice-of-Customer (VOC) principles in creating a solution with 3D concept models for sales presentations and costing
• Designing detailed 3D models of parts and complete automation subassemblies
• Learning Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) principles to achieve capability and reproducibility in the automated system output
• Applying root cause analysis principles in troubleshooting automated systems
• Applying Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) & Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) processes during the design process
• Continue applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles for manufacturing reliability, simplicity, and quality systems output
• Practice designing with empathy toward downstream stakeholders creating efficient, simple, solutions that are manufacturable, logical, and maintainable
• Creating and/or checking detailed 2D drawings of parts and assemblies
• Supporting the maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOM's) and Engineering Change of Order (ECO's)
• Helping design and execute Proof of Concepts (POC) to determine feasibility and performance
• Working hands-on with a wide variety of technology and applications
• Collaborating in a small cross-functional team to achieve the best work product output
• Reporting-out individual progress to project managers or project leads on a regular basis
• Honor commitments and support Olympus Controls' core values
• Participate in internal and customer-facing design reviews
• Support customer Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)/Site Acceptance Test (SAT) system buyoff
• Infrequent travel may be necessary from time to time, - Other duties as required

Qualifications/Experience:

• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent required
• 5-7 years of relevant design experience required
• Experience in machine design using DFM principles
• Understanding of Six Sigma process control, LEAN, TQM, and/or DFSS
• Computer literacy and Microsoft Office experience is a must
• Experience in PDM (i.e., SolidWorks PDM), ERP (i.e., Syspro, SAP), CAD software systems (i.e., SolidWorks) is a plus
• Experience with mechatronics (i.e., sensors, vision, motion control, plc, robotics) is a plus
• Experience or understanding of automation controls (i.e., electrical schematics, automation control panels) is a plus
• Understanding principles of software code (robot, vision programing) is a plus.

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

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