Mechanical Design Engineer

Required Education
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Master's degree in the above fields is accepted in lieu of some experience.
o With a Bachelor's: 8-10 years of full-time professional experience required.
o With a Master's: 5+ years of full-time professional experience required.
• Strict Requirement: College projects, Master's thesis projects, and internships are not counted toward professional experience. Candidates listing these as experience will be disqualified.


Technical Skills (Required)
• Design & Development: Demonstrated leadership in taking a product from design concept to production.
• CAD Proficiency: Fully proficient in Creo or Pro/E for modelling and detailing.
• Simulation: Experience with Simulation Led Design using tools like Ansys Toolkit, FEA, or CFD; ability to quickly iterate designs based on analytical results.
• Domain Expertise: Experience with engine combustion & emissions performance, engine calibration, and lab testing.
• Software: Fully proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Project Management: Ability to define, prioritize, and execute tasks according to project goals.


Soft Skills (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to work as an independent worker and independent thinker.
• Outstanding analytical and organizational skills.
• Detail oriented with a creative problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Displays attributes of a critical thinker and leverages innovative ideas.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills to provide support and constructive feedback.


Responsibilities
• Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanical devices.
• Translate technical requirements into detailed test plans, including instrumentation requirements, and execute those plans.
• Work with a team of design engineers and team leads to plan and execute engine component validation plans.
• Prepare and deliver technical project summaries and final test results.
• Prepare concept, design, development, and feasibility studies of complex engineering projects; work with suppliers to develop design concepts.
• Prepare development plans and take accountability for meeting scheduled dates.
• Conduct technical evaluations of major systems on competitive products.
• Coordinate product tests with prove design and prototype build-up and test areas.
• Evaluate, define, and resolve design and manufacturing problems.
• Interface with Test and Evaluation, Service, Plant personnel, suppliers, and consultants for problem resolution.
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine time and cost feasibility.
• Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendations to maintenance crew.
• Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair to ensure functionality according to specifications.
• Implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.
• Keep abreast of latest technological advancements and develop unique product design features.