Growing industrial manufacturer is looking for a mechanical engineer. The Mechanical Engineer will work under the direction of the Senior Engineering Manager to assist in the development of new and re-engineered products for the company. The role involves preparing engineering documentation for release to the production team and ensuring efficient production processes while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development of new and custom engineered products for the company.
- Create and modify CAD drawings and documentation packages for release to the manufacturing floor.
- Maintain and update Bill of Materials (BOM) and associated costing data.
- Write and optimize programs for automated manufacturing equipment.
- Review and improve current manufacturing processes, applying engineering techniques to increase efficiency and reduce cycle times.
- Assist in implementing process improvements using Lean manufacturing principles and conducting time-motion studies.
- Support compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and other applicable safety and building standards.
- Contribute to various engineering and manufacturing projects as requested by senior engineering staff.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar) required.
- Proficiency with CAD software, particularly SolidWorks.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in design and drafting.
- Knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOM) management and manufacturing costing.
- Experience or understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and practices.
- Familiarity with manufacturing tolerances and raw materials.
- Ability to write programs for automated manufacturing equipment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, CAD, etc.).
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in sheet metal fabrication is a plus.
- Knowledge of time-motion studies and industrial engineering techniques.
- Understanding of California labor laws and safety standards.
- Familiarity with automated manufacturing equipment and advanced manufacturing technologies.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
Experience:
- industrial manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
- mechanical engineering: 3 years (Preferred)
- SolidWorks: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
