Senior Mechanical Engineer

Brightpath Associates LLC; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to innovate and enhance mechanical designs for food processing equipment. This role demands creativity and technical expertise, where you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product safety and performance. You will lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and stay abreast of industry trends. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and quality, and make a significant impact in the manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in mechanical design and analysis.
• Proficiency in complex modeling and simulation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems and components for food processing.
• Lead a team of engineers to achieve project goals.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Team Leadership

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Mechanical Design Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Description Overview

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the Industrial Manufacturing industry, your main responsibility is to design and develop mechanical machines, systems, equipment, tools and parts. You will be using your expertise to improve existing equipment designs and to create new, innovative designs. This Senior Mechanical Engineer job description involves working with product development to define and create products that meet customer needs. You will be responsible for making sure that all products are food safe, efficient, and durable.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer should have an extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, ability to design equipment and excellent problem-solving skills. They should also have experience leading teams and managing projects and designing machines.

In this role, you will work closely with other departments, such as production and quality assurance, to ensure that products are manufactured to the highest standards. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that challenges you to take on new challenges and opportunities.

Overall, the Senior Mechanical Engineer requires creativity, technical expertise, and the ability to work with other professionals to create high-quality precision food processing parts and machines.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Mechanical design for machinery, layouts, assemblies, and components, including preparing assembly, DXF's, weldments, and detailed drawings and part lists.
• Oversee the testing and analysis of prototype equipment, parts and products for the food processing industry to ensure quality and performance standards are met.
• Manage and lead a team of engineers to accomplish project goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical designs with other departments such as electrical and software engineering.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation such as design specifications, test plans, and production procedures.
• Participate in the research and development of new technologies and equipment to improve manufacturing processes and product performance.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and challenges during the manufacturing process.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers and team members.
• Stay informed of industry trends and advancements in mechanical engineering to continuously develop skills and knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards for product safety and performance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
• 5-7 years’ experience in mechanical design and analysis
• Demonstrated experience in complex modeling and simulation (stress, strain, thermal, etc.)
• Proficiency in the use of SolidWorks Mechanical Design Suite.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.
• Must be able to work independently or with a team, handle the stress of multiple projects, changing schedules, and short suspense tasking.

Featured benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Engineering

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Services

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