Mechanical Design Engineer
Airborn - Addison, TX
posted 3 months ago
About the position
The Mechanical Design Engineer position at Airborn Inc. is a full-time role located at the company's headquarters in Georgetown, Texas. This position is pivotal in developing and coordinating the design and production of electronic components, specifically connector systems and cable harnesses, from inception to completion. The engineer will conduct studies on customer proposals, develop connector systems based on customer input and production specifications, and ensure that the final designs meet functional and performance specifications. The role requires the use of computer-assisted engineering and design software to detail drawings and coordinate the building of prototype products and testing. The engineer will also be responsible for developing manufacturing processes for newly designed parts and designing tools for component assembly. Problem-solving is a key aspect of this role, as the engineer will need to resolve issues related to assigned projects by collaborating with vendors, customers, and shop personnel. In addition to technical skills, the position demands strong analytical abilities, including the capacity to read and interpret technical documents, write reports, and present information effectively to various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and three to seven years of related experience. The physical demands of the job include regular sitting, standing, and the ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds. The work environment may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts and moderate noise levels, with limited travel requirements of less than 5%. A sign-on bonus of $5,000 is offered after the first 30 days of employment, reflecting the company's commitment to attracting qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Conduct studies on customer proposals for connector systems.
- Develop connector systems based on customer input, production specifications, test data, and standard engineering practices.
- Detail drawings and coordinate the building of prototype products and testing.
- Use computer-assisted engineering and design software.
- Ensure the final design meets functional and performance specifications.
- Ensure that designs and projects are complete on time and at a reasonable cost.
- Develop manufacturing processes to produce newly designed parts.
- Design and detail tools for making components or for assembly.
- Resolve problems related to assigned projects by working with vendors, customers, shop personnel, and others as necessary.
Requirements
- Completion of a Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, vocational or technical school.
- Three to seven years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus after the first 30 days of employment
- Relocation assistance for the right candidate
