Prototype Mechanical Engineer - Additive Manufacturing

Ebro Electronic GmbH; Morton Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Xylem is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to advance new products through design and additive manufacturing. You will operate large-format SLA and FDM printers, create CAD models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to rapidly develop prototype parts for the Applied Water product development group.

The role requires CAD proficiency, Creo experience, and a strong aptitude for troubleshooting and multi-project management in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Experience with CAD software with Creo preferred.
• Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing and prototyping.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple prototype requests or projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot large-format SLA and FDM additive manufacturing equipment.
• Prepare print files, optimize build orientation, support structures, and process parameters for successful prototype production.
• Perform post-processing activities including cleaning, curing, support removal, sanding, machining, assembly, and inspection.
• Design and modify mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software.
• Support prototype development, engineering testing, and design validation activities.
• Collaborate with product development engineers to rapidly iterate designs based on testing and customer feedback.
• Maintain additive manufacturing equipment, materials, inventories, and laboratory organization.
• Develop and document best practices for additive manufacturing processes.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering problem-solving efforts.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Prototyping

Mechanical design

Troubleshooting

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Creo

Job description

Xylem is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to advance new products through design and additive manufacturing. You will operate large-format SLA and FDM printers, create CAD models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to rapidly develop prototype parts for the Applied Water product development group.

The role requires CAD proficiency, Creo experience, and a strong aptitude for troubleshooting and multi-project management in a fast-paced environment.