Mechanical Engineer

The Blueprint (Role Profile) As a Mechanical Engineer for Apex Tool Group, you will be part of a global, diverse team that is truly dedicated to anticipating and reshaping how tools are made tomorrow - with higher quality at better cost. Your core responsibility will be to develop and improve mechanical systems in support of our new product development with a focus on plastic part design and integration within a full mechanical assembly. You will be involved in all design-related aspects of the projects from concept to beyond production. The Build (Responsibilities) Engineering & Design Design, model, and release mechanical components, assemblies, and mechanisms for custom fastening systems using Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar CAD tools. Develop fastening modules and subassemblies including torquecontrolled fastening devices, highstrength mechanical joints, adaptive fastening components, and custom fixtures. Translate customer requirements, engineering specifications, and manufacturing constraints into robust mechanical solutions. Create detail drawings, tolerance stackups, and full documentation packages. Product Development & Testing Support prototype development, mechanical testing, system validation, and troubleshooting. Conduct failure analysis and recommend engineering improvements. Assist in evaluating electromechanical or sensorintegrated fastening devices. Technical Support & Continuous Improvement Provide engineering support for existing fastening product lines, including design updates and production improvements. Participate in engineering change orders and documentation control. Work from prior designs, sketches, and engineering guidance to update or refine system designs. CrossFunctional Collaboration Collaborate with Project Engineers, Manufacturing, Quality, and Customer teams. Support technical reviews and customer discussions. Additional Responsibilities Define and prepare Request for Quote (RFQ) content , including scope definition, technical requirements, subsystem specifications, and engineering deliverables. Lead or support feasibility and fit confirmation studies for fastening system solutions, ensuring technical compatibility with customer applications, assembly constraints, and performance expectations. The Toolbox (Qualifications) Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or 5+ years of relevant engineering experience. Proven experience with industrial fastening systems, mechanical tooling, or assemblyline equipment. Proficiency with 3D CAD software. Solid understanding of mechanical design principles. Proficient in Microsoft Office products. Travel: 5-10% Cultural Competencies Brings Solutions Drive for Results Customer Oriented Free Thinking with New Concepts Learns on the Fly Manages Multiple Priorities #J-18808-Ljbffr Apex Tool Group