Mechanical Engineer, Experienced

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer – Experienced
Gahanna, OH 43230

MJ Engineering & Consulting, Inc. is a full-service custom machine and system design consulting firm applying state-of-the-art technology to industrial operations. Our staff of engineers offers a wide variety of hands-on experience to create a cost-effective and practical solution to virtually every engineering problem.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• MJ Engineering is seeking a fulltime Experienced Mechanical Engineer to support the growth and expansion of our business. The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, and development of Client mechanical systems across our business; ranging from custom industrial automation equipment to amusement attractions, mining equipment, lifting devices, and more. This person must be a self-motivated professional who is personally aligned with the Company's values, mission and brand. This position will be supported with training, management, and coaching for the individual's overall professional success

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Development of mechanical designs to meet function, performance, safety, and cost requirements
• Engineering analysis and calculations to defend and justify mechanical design decisions through finite element modeling, structural modeling, classical mechanical calculations, kinematic calculations, etc.
• Documentation of engineering; drawings, specifications, bills of material, manuals, and other technical documentation necessary to effectively communicate designs to others
• Engineering review and design verification of existing and proposed designs
• Investigate and troubleshoot equipment to address wear, corrosion, equipment failures, operational problems, and other mechanical issues
• Understand and manage compliance of designs to relevant regulatory standards and codes
• Field engineering and site support by performing field inspections, measurements, and installation and commissioning support
• Engineering testing and validation; design tests to confirm functionality, performance, or compliance of devices with specifications
• Risk management of mechanical designs and projects
• Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
The successful candidate for this position will have, at minimum, the following skills, experience, and characteristics:

• Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD (or similar 2D & 3D CAD packages)
• Experience with classical mechanical calculations, finite-element modeling
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering team members
• Capability to critically assess own work for successes and failures

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar fields such as Aerospace, Ocean, Civil, Welding engineering, etc.)
• A minimum of 3-4 years relevant work experience or advanced study in mechanical engineering

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience/interest in pursuit of mechanical professional engineering
• Experience with mechanical standards including: Machinery's Handbook, Steel/Aluminum/Stainless Steel construction standards, ASTM Standards, etc.
• Experience with machine design and industrial robotics (FANUC, KUKA, OMRON, etc.)
• Certifications/training in any of the following are encouraged:
• SolidWorks (CSWA, CSWP, CSWE)
• Project Management (PMP, CAPM or other)
• Public speaking, technical writing, or client relationship training
• EIT/FE or PE certification

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Fulltime position with competitive wages
• A rapid on-boarding program designed to accelerate learning and goal achievement, delivered by an accomplished leadership team dedicated to your personal success
• Benefits package including paid vacation, sick/personal time, medical, dental, vision, 401K with matching, and a highly collaborative and autonomous work environment
• Additional benefits include flexible working hours, a wide variety of projects to work on, limited travel, limited overtime, and a family friendly organization
• Mentoring and ability to work under several mechanical professional engineers

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This position will have up to 5% travel outside of Ohio, with additional day trips up to 20%
• The person hired must have the ability to sit/stand at a desk and work on a computer an average of 70% of the time, and the ability to stand, kneel, bend, and move upright on average

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.

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