System Engineer Mechanical - Motion Solutions

Systems Engineer MechanicalThe Systems Engineer Mechanical is responsible for moderately complex to complex mechanical engineering design, system integration, technical documentation, and project support for Motion Solutions systems projects. This position applies a full understanding of mechanical engineering concepts, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, electrical interface requirements, and manufacturing considerations to develop engineered solutions that meet customer specifications, quality standards, and business objectives.Salary: $110-$130k Annually | DOE plus incentivePrimary Duties:Manage assigned engineering projects through design, build, testing, commissioning, and production handoff.Review customer specifications, drawings, purchase orders, RFQs, and sales information to define project scope and requirements.Develop mechanical designs for Motion Solutions systems, including assemblies, fabricated structures, hydraulic power units, pneumatic systems, and related components.Perform engineering calculations and technical evaluations to support design decisions, component selection, safety, performance, and manufacturability.Create and maintain drawings, schematics, 3D models, layouts, bills of material, test documentation, manuals, and related project records.Use AutoCAD 2D, Autodesk Inventor 3D, Vault, Microsoft Office, and related tools to support design, documentation, revision control, and project execution.Select mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and related components based on requirements, performance, cost, availability, reliability, and application needs.Support design reviews, engineering reviews, and technical problem-solving to ensure designs meet customer, internal, and production requirements.Coordinate with engineering, production, sales, project management, vendors, and customers to resolve technical questions and support project execution.Interface with customers to clarify requirements, support design discussions, provide technical updates, and address concerns.Support fabrication, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, validation, and commissioning through technical direction and design clarification.Identify and resolve moderately complex to complex mechanical or system design issues; recommend solutions and escalate when appropriate.Review engineering documentation, including drawings, bills of material, calculations, test procedures, quality records, manuals, and closeout documents.Maintain document structure, revision control, and project records in Vault and other applicable systems.Coordinate with Production, Project Management, Sales, Purchasing, Accounting, Shipping, Contracts, Quality, and Customer Service to support project deliverables.Support component sourcing, vendor communication, pricing, lead time review, and technical clarification.Provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers, designers, technicians, or project team members.Contribute to continuous improvement in engineering processes, documentation standards, design practices, manufacturability, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and professional work environment and comply with company policies, safety requirements, quality standards, and procedures.Performs other duties as assigned.Experience and Education:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field preferred; equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant work experience will be considered.Minimum of 5 years of related experience in mechanical engineering, system design, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, industrial equipment, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical environment.Experience developing mechanical designs, engineering drawings, 3D models, bills of material, calculations, test documentation, and related project records.Experience supporting design, build, testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and production handoff for engineered systems or industrial equipment.Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and related electrical components used in motion control, fluid power, automation, or industrial systems preferred.Experience interpreting customer specifications, RFQs, purchase orders, drawings, schematics, vendor information, manuals, and process documentation.Experience collaborating with customers, vendors, sales, engineering, production, and other cross-functional stakeholders.Experience using AutoCAD 2D, Autodesk Inventor 3D, Vault, Microsoft Office, and ERP systems preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Fluid power, mechanical design, or related technical certification preferred but not required.Individuals may need to complete company-required training courses to ensure proper product knowledge, safety knowledge, and system understanding.Full working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, system design practices, component selection, engineering documentation, and design for manufacturability.Strong working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and related electrical interface requirements used in Motion Solutions systems.Ability to independently resolve a wide range of moderately complex to complex technical issues using sound judgment, established engineering practices, and available resources.Ability to interpret customer needs and technical requirements and translate them into practical, profitable, and manufacturable engineered solutions.Ability to perform and document engineering calculations, component evaluations, design assumptions, and technical recommendations.Ability to create, review, and maintain mechanical drawings, schematics, 3D models, bills of material, test documents, manuals, and project documentation.Proficiency with AutoCAD 2D and Autodesk Inventor 3D required; familiarity with Vault document management required.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project, to support documentation, reporting, communication, analysis, and project coordination.Ability to develop a working knowledge of P21 ERP, Tour De Force, and other company systems used to support engineering and project workflows.Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail and documentation accuracy.Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing project requirements, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, including employees, managers, vendors, salespersons, production personnel, and customers.Ability to present technical information clearly, respond to questions, and support customer-facing design discussions in a professional manner.Ability to build productive working relationships across departments and collaborate effectively with Engineering, Production, Sales, Purchasing, Quality, Project Management, and other functions.Ability to provide guidance to less experienced engineers, designers, technicians, or project team members without formal supervisory responsibility.Demonstrates good judgment in escalating issues, making recommendations, and identifying when additional technical or management support is needed.Self-motivated, dependable, persistent, and proactive in supporting project goals and customer satisfaction.Demonstrates a commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement, and delivering engineered systems that meet or exceed customer expectations.Open to new ideas, process improvements, and better ways of designing, documenting, and delivering engineered solutions.Professional, collaborative, and respectful in daily interactions, with behaviors that reflect company values.Physical Demands and Work Environment:The essential functions of this position will require the employee to perform the following physical activities:Frequent use of office and warehouse equipment.Ability to lift, push, pull, and move materials up to 70 lbs.Regular standing and walking on cement flooring; bending, reaching, climbing ladders.Work environments may include warehouses, offices, manufacturing sites, and customer facilities with varying temperatures and conditions.Regular, on-site attendance required.Travel up to 30% may be necessary by land or air.Additional Information:MFCP Participates in E-VerifyCandidates are subject to pre-employment criminal background, drug screen, and DMV record review, along with reference checks.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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