Mechanical Product Development Engineer - Design & Test

Full-time - Mid Level

Livonia, MI

101-250 employees

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Mechanical Product Development Engineer - Design & Test - Actuation is responsible for the design of electro-mechanical actuation systems. Additionally, the engineer will have conceptual design responsibility as well as system layouts and detail part level responsibility. This job description indicates the general nature and level of the work that is expected. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties may be required.

Responsibilities

• Review customer documents and requirements to ensure requirements are properly negotiated and cascaded into the product development of electro-mechanical actuation designs.
• Perform analysis, modeling and design of actuation systems with geartrain development, bearing selection, motor selection and motor controls.
• Analyze design for manufacturability, life cycle of parts, cost / benefit analysis.
• Develop conceptual designs that can be used for technical proposals and costing.
• Request cost quotations and availability of parts or services from vendors.
• Product testing and release of designs into the engineering system, update design as changes are made and communicate changes to customer.
• Constantly review current and new technology to be able to apply the best solutions to customer requirements, particularly with motion controls, servomechanisms and electric motor drives.
• Communicate performance, standards and timing requirements to vendors.
• Manage multiple projects and use tracking software to monitor key milestones.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years design experience with mechanical systems (i.e., actuation, transmissions).
• Experience with design and analysis of motion control systems, including electric motors and drives, geartrain layout, and bearing analysis.
• Proficiency using and understanding GD&T.
• Proficiency using computer based data entry systems such as MS Office.
• Proficiency using engineering software such as MathCad or PTC Creo.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g. Matlab/Simulink).
• Experience with DC motor controls from simple PWM brushed to BLDC and stepper motors.
• Familiarity with EMI and RFI suppression techniques and testing.
• Technical writing experience.
• Knowledge of proactive and reactive problem-solving techniques (e.g. root cause analysis, red-x, fishbone diagram, fault tree analysis, etc.) to support issue resolution.
• Strong communication, organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be proactive, self-driven, and capable of delivering presentations and trainings.
• Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving.

Benefits

• Leaders who invest in your success, development, and growth.
• A culture of true teamwork and pride in our product.
• Competitive salaries linked to performance and paid time off.
• 9 paid holidays.
• A comprehensive group insurance plan including a HAS/FSA options, Dental & Vision.
• Coverage for Domestic Partnerships.
• Supportive wellness program, including healthcare discounts.
• Automatic Life Insurance with supplemental options.
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Opportunities for retirement savings with 401k plans including a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant Certifications, Education, & Trainings.
• Free access to a virtual doctor and the employee assistance program.
• Social activities for all employees (BBQ, Golf, Christmas parties, etc.).
• Generous referral bonuses and advantageous recognition programs.
• A motivating work environment and a human management style where you can make a difference.