Mechanical Design Engineer II

Job Overview

This position is responsible for implementing project designs and improvements to existing products in accordance with department procedures, working under the project team plans. The Design Engineer researches and evaluates products, parts or processes for cost efficiency and reliability, ensures the fit, form and function of the existing design or new products and works with other departments in order to ensure production and packaging of final product in accordance with customer specification and ACD procedures.

Responsibilities

Designs, models, and tests prototypes for products

Conducts research and creates design proposals for projects

Creates concepts, performance, and production criteria

Identifies and selects materials needed for production

Produces final hand drawings and specifications

Creates parts lists and ensure value engineering practices are provided for the designs. Make samples of working models for demonstration

Participates in planning marketing initiatives for product

Negotiates appropriate production processes

Evaluates products and processes for cost efficiency and reliability

Works with the Engineering team and other departments to ensure production schedule is met

Uses computer-aided design (CAD) to create concepts, and layout pumps and systems

Follows department processes and procedures and provide feedback and ideas for improvement This list is not all-encompassing and tasks not mentioned here may be required.

Qualifications

Experience with Solid Works and GD&T

Experience analyzing engineering sketches, specifications, related data and drawings to determine design factors such as size, shape and arrangement of parts

Ability to make equipment layouts and perform fundamental engineering calculations

Experience planning and formulating design engineering program and works with project team staff according to project requirements

Ability to review product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards and customer contract requirements, and related specifications

Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite

Experience and Education:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field is required

Proficient in SolidWorks and FEA

1-2 years of experience in a similar role is required

Equivalent combination of education, training and experience in an engineering design role may be accepted

Pay Range: $70,000 - $100,000/YR

EEOC Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Nikkiso is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.