Mechanical Design Engineer - Precast Forms

(#12555) - FL
Industry: Concrete Construction Supplies

Seeking a mechanical engineer with experience designing precast forms!

Description:

Reporting: To the Head of the Engineering Department

Responsibilities:

Use Autodesk Inventor 3D design modeling software to engineer and develop forming systems for the precast concrete industry.
Evaluate existing products and processes for improvement.
Participate in the design and development of new products.
Design components and assemblies, source hardware, detail prints and release technical documentation package to production.
Manage sourcing and work with vendors to select materials, parts and components.
Collaborate with sales engineers and customers to specify technical requirements
Estimate cost and assist in developing product pricing.
Manage projects from concept through engineering and fabrication to delivery
Use AutoCAD software for layouts to customers.
Work with the production floor to assess and solve problems, improve design for manufacturability.
Collaborate with other members of the executive team to drive process efficiency and cost saving measures.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
Proficiency with 3D modeling tools Autodesk Inventor and Auto CAD Mechanical.
3+ years of recent mechanical design experience in a manufacturing environment.
3+ years proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and Auto CAD Mechanical.
Experience in the precast form design is desirable, but not required.
Knowledge in FEA (finite element analysis) is desirable, but not required.
Basic knowledge of hydraulic systems and components.
Familiar with Microsoft Office Application (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Able to travel for projects as required; travel is typically minimal
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Self-motivated, organized and maintaining a positive attitude
Strong verbal and written communication capabilities with any and all customers and team members
Moderate to extensive experience associated with industrial metal fabrication.

Additional Info:

Full Time position with typical office hours 8am-5pm
Working for a growing and internationally renowned specialist in the field of mold development for precast production
Challenging activities and projects in an internationally oriented company network
Comprehensive product training at headquarters in Europe and continued professional development opportunities
Attractive and performance-related pay
401(k) pension plan, Dental, Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health insurance, Life insurance, PTO, paid sick days, Vision insurance