Design Engineer

About the position

Working with the relevant departments and reporting to the General Manager in Mount Vernon, the Design Engineer will provide expert product design leadership and develop/detail new conveyor designs and where necessary drawing up detailed prototype testing plans. To provide product leadership on design projects and ensure a specified solution is implemented within the agreed schedule and costs.

Responsibilities

• Development and documentation of design processes for products designed within the company.
• Responsible for the accuracy and successful delivery of product design projects, for the product definition and design phases, concessions and production permits.
• Design, prototype, assess and review mechanical components and assemblies.
• Provide support in product acceptance, testing and validation activities.
• Prepare and participate in requirements and design review meetings.
• Undertake analysis of mechanical components, assemblies and systems, as well as manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Oversee and participate in prototyping activities.
• Support of the design, manufacturing and shop floor activity when required.
• Provide technical support for the company's product range across manufacturing, development and procurement.
• Provide engineering support for material selection during the design and development phase, including the design and development of tests to verify performance.
• Provide technical assistance to both external and internal customers, joining company representatives at customer sites as and when required.
• Support the cross functional team in problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a high level of technical knowledge coupled with ongoing professional development.
• Work with the engineering team to oversee warranty and product return reviews.
• Mentor, coach and develop engineering talent.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties that may be required at the discretion of your manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, ideally with design experience in the heavy equipment design.
• Minimum of three years of work experience in conveyor design.
• Competent user of 3D Solid Modeling CAD, ideally CREO and familiarity with Product Data Management (PDM) systems.
• Good technical expertise in mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Diligent approach to the design and development process.
• Material research experience and development of processes for products especially welding, profiling and other fabrication techniques.
• A good understanding of the various applications that the equipment can operate in along with an appreciation for the expected performance of the machines.
• Creativity and innovative thinking.
• Experience with Oracle TMS a plus.
• Good English communication skill, both written and spoken.
• Good Presentation and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• A 'Can do' attitude and ability to interact with a multi-functional team.
• Ability to work with others to meet deadlines.
• Able to assess workload and commit to realistic timelines.
• Able to select from multiple design alternatives when a clear best choice is not evident.
• Able to investigate root cause of machinery nonperformance.
• Can identify risks both technical and commercial with proposed product change or new product.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Advancement opportunities
• Paid vacation
• 401(k)
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance