Job Description:

Mechanical Design/Engineer: We are currently looking for a candidate who wants to make a difference and who wishes to be part of our dynamic organization. Working within a fast-paced team tasked with the design of tanks and enclosures. Close working relationships with others in the team will be needed to be able to provide quality and on time releases of orders to production.Want to apply Read all the information about this position below, then hit the apply button.Responsibilities: (what you will be doing)Our Mechanical/Design Engineers perform a wide variety of layout and detail/design related duties in support of quotations, orders and manufacturing related projectsThis includes navigating issues that may arise, developing corrective action and implementing solutionsCandidate should be self-directed, but able to work within a team environment. It is essential that one owns the tasks/projects assignedEnsure that standard shop practices and capabilities meet the design requirements and are reflected in designs and drawingsNon Mechanical Design: Secondary tasks could fill up all or part of a business day. These tasks are not defined with limitations. They could range greatly in day to day activityExamples would include making software troubleshooting calls, calling vendors, updating ECR's (Engineering Change Requests), contacting customers or addressing other duties as they ariseWork task balance is approximately 90% design and 10% special/other projectsPlay a key role in manufacturing and productivity improvementsWork to solve manufacturing and assembly issues on the shop floor, both for short term and long term solutionsWork with manufacturing to launch new product development. Ie explore how we manufacture a new product and implement the best solution available within budget and timeline for given projectConducts effective "pre-reviews" of jobs released to the floor and effective "post-reviews" of jobs after completion. Manages this process to assure continuous improvements takes place for cost reductions and quality improvements as jobs are run through the plant.Confers with planning, quality, purchasing, assembly, and design staff concerning product design quality planning, and fixturing to ensure efficient production methods.Requirements: (what it takes to be successful)Must have high level of understanding of SOLIDWORKS,(you will be required to complete a SOLIDWORKS test during the selection process)Knowledge in an ERP system a positive, PDM preferredExperience in sheet-metal & weldment design is desiredFamiliarity with manufacturing processesAble to work in environment with changing prioritiesHands on individual who can work from concept through implementationAbility to prioritize and manage multiple parallel projects and schedulesStrong communication skills both written and verbalStrong computer skills, i.e., Microsoft Office SuiteBachelor's or Associates Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Design or related field desiredEqual Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/DisabledGlobal Power Components is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Global Power Components is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.