Mechanical Designer II - Innovation

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Position Overview:

We're on the hunt for a Mechanical Designer II to join our Innovation Team! If you enjoy designing with a passion for bringing innovative ideas to life, are organized, detail-oriented, and ready to take on exciting challenges in development, this is the job for you. This is a non-supervisory position.

Responsibilities:

• Research, design and develop novel mechanical systems.

• Work with innovation team to translate ideas and concepts into prototypes.

• Build and validate prototypes

• Transform concepts into functional prototypes

• Participate in team meetings to align project scope, deliverables, and goals.

• Review data, evaluate product samples, and recommend design adjustments.

• Create CAD models and drawings for components and assemblies for prototypes.

• Analyze CAD models for feasibility and prototyping.

• Hold design reviews on CAD designs and prototypes.

• Adaptability to support other projects as assigned

Requirements

Education:


• Two-year technical degree or the equivalent of least 2 years of experience.

Experience:


• 3+ years of design experience

• Experience w/ plastic injection molding

• Experience designing consumer products preferred

Other Requirements:


• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks)

• Strong mechanical aptitude, with hobbies or projects showcasing your passion for design

• Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Ability and willingness to travel both internationally and domestically preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work well with numerous diverse groups and individuals

Skills:

Engineering Knowledge:


• ASME Y14.5

• Familiarity with metal and plastic manufacturing processes and secondary operations

• 3D CAD (including 2D drawings and 3D models - A-side plastic surfacing & B-side plastics design a plus)

• Familiar with the concepts of DFMA

• Tolerance stack analysis

• Ability to design, select and perform analysis of: bearings, shafts, transmission belts, sheaves & pulleys, keys and key seats, couplings, clutches & brakes, o-rings, retaining rings, springs, cables, fasteners, threads, etc.

• Familiarity with numerous materials and their properties including steels, aluminum, and plastics

Product and Market Knowledge:


• Consumer products development/engineering experience

• Has worked on products requiring industrial design

• Understands basic fitness knowledge

• Understands how customers interface w/product

• Understands human ergonomic issues

Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:


• Health & Dental Insurance

• Company paid Life Insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off benefits

• Product discounts

• Wellness programs

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.