Mechanical Engineering Technician

The ESAB Group Inc.; West Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The ESAB Group Inc. is seeking a contributor to design and develop automated plasma cutting systems, with a priority on plasma consumables and the next generation of torches and cutting processes.

You will integrate system electronics, control plasma cutting processes, and work with global teams to advance product designs while supporting field service engineers and end users.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industrial equipment design.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or an Associate’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Technology.
• Strong technical and analytical problem‑solving skills; proficient with SolidWorks CAD.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated plasma cutting systems.
• Develop technical specifications and cost estimate models.
• Lead development of test processes and analyze results.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams on new product designs.
• Provide field and applications support to customers and service teams.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Problem-solving

Amping?

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Associate's in Electrical/Mechanical Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

Contributor in the design and development of automated plasma cutting systems. Priority focus on development of plasma consumables and next generation of automated plasma torch and cutting processes. Key contributor to complete plasma cutting system design including the integration of system electronics, plasma cutting process control, plasma torch and consumable design, and plasma cutting CNC machine control. Interface with and troubleshoot complex electro‑mechanical systems.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Technical contributor for design and development of complex automated plasma cutting systems. These systems include plasma torches, plasma consumables, plasma cutting gas control, cutting machine integration, inverter power supply integration, and plasma cutting process development.
• Development of product documentation including technical specifications, concepts to meet those specifications, detailed designs of each system, generation of cost estimate models, and input for development schedules.
• Leading the development of test processes, analysis of results, and appraisal of integrity of mechanical product designs.
• Presentation of test and/or analysis results and design ideas both orally and written.
• Assisting in construction of prototypes.
• Collaborating with global engineering teams on new product designs.
• Providing end‑users with support through product applications and demonstrations.
• Providing field service engineers with support on product applications, demonstrations, product opportunities and processes.
• Assisting end users with process applications analysis.
• Assisting in the development of technical training programs and materials.
• Providing customers with support on product applications.
• Responding to technical inquiries from internal company personnel.
• Projecting a positive, professional image as a Company representative.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industrial equipment design. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or an Associate’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Technology. Strong technical and analytical problem‑solving skills. Ability to quickly learn and apply knowledge of plasma cutting processes. Proficiency in design for manufacturing principles and product data management. Solid computer literacy and familiarity with engineering software tools. Experience with SolidWorks CAD modeling and industrial product development.

Preferred: Working knowledge of plasma physics and fluid dynamics. Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Familiarity with statistical design of experiments (DOE). Understanding of finite element analysis (FEA) for mechanical stress and heat transfer. Background in scientific experimentation and mechanical integrity testing.

EEO Statement

The ESAB Group Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Pay Range

$59,389.00 - $68,440.00