Mechanical Engineer - Oxford, MA

IPG Photonics; West Oxford (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG Photonics is seeking a Mechanical CAD Design Engineer to join IPG Systems in Marlborough, MA. You will design mechanical structures, motion systems, and control aspects for robotic mechanisms, delivering cost-effective, timely solutions.

You will develop 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks and DraftSight/AutoCAD, analyze requirements for manufacturability, and maintain project documentation including BOMs and change notices. Collaboration with multiple engineering teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• At least 5+ years of professional SolidWorks experience.
• At least 1+ year of 2D design/drafting in DraftSight or AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in GD&T and ISO standards for drawings.
• Experience maintaining documentation, BOMs, and engineering changes.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical CAD design and development for IPG Systems.
• Create 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings in SolidWorks and DraftSight/AutoCAD.
• Analyze specifications to ensure manufacturability within processes.
• Specify components and modify designs to meet performance specs.
• Maintain project documentation including BOMs and drawings.
• Prepare layouts of machinery and equipment; transfer designs to manufacturing.

Skills

SolidWorks

DraftSight

AutoCAD

GD&T

Mechanical design

BOM creation

PDM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

PDM

Job description

IPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 4,800 employees in more than 30 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.

Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.

Job Summary

This position requires the skills and experience in the design and documentation of Mechanical systems manufactured by IPG Systems. Work skills and discipline are required to complete specific engineering tasks and will work closely with other Engineering personnel. You will be utilizing multiple engineering skills including design of mechanical structures, motion systems and electrical/pneumatic controls systems for robotic mechanism. The successful candidate must have a sense of accountability to ensure that equipment developed by IPG Systems is responsive to the needs of customers, cost effective, and delivered in a timely manner.

Job Functions

• Responsible for Mechanical CAD design and development
• Develop 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings using SolidWorks and DraftSight/AutoCAD
• Analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine design requirements for manufacturability as defined by existing processes and methods
• Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specification
• Maintain documentation associated within a project including engineering change notices, bills of materials, detailed CAD models and associated component drawings.
• Create and maintain part numbers and BOM's in the IPG ERP system
• Directly involved in the transfer of hardware designs to manufacturing

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Must have at least 5+ year of professional SolidWorks experience with familiarity in PDM
• Must have at least 1+ year of professional 2D design/drafting skills in DraftSight or AutoCAD
• Make final sketch of proposed drawing, checking dimension of parts, materials to be used, relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to whole structure or project
• Utilize knowledge of various machines, engineering practices, mathematics, building materials, and other physical sciences to complete drawings
• Edit existing designs for special applications including but not limited to reverse engineering designs
• Maintain documentation and folder organization
• Calculate factors like stack up tolerances, dimensions, and annotate drawings to latest standards
• Proficiency in GD&T ensuring proper fit and function.
• Conduct failure analyses, document results, and recommend corrective actions.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to complete drawings accurately and quickly based on ISO standards and specifications
• Ability to interact with other departments to obtain ideas, to create design concepts and solutions, ensure design quality
• Prepare layouts of machinery, tools, plants, or equipment