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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. You will apply knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as engines, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc. You will also be involved in fabricating, operating, installing, or repairing mechanical products. To be successful in this role, you should be highly innovative and possess a strong understanding of mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, materials science, and structural analysis. You will collaborate with a team of engineers and other professionals to create or improve manufacturing systems or processes. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, creativity, and project management skills to bring new products from concept to market. If you are passionate about mechanical design and eager to tackle various engineering challenges, we would like to meet you.
Responsibilities
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- Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment using CAD software.
- Coordinate with other engineers and team members to ensure project completion within timelines.
- Perform physical testing on engineering prototypes.
- Ensure designs meet legal guidelines and safety requirements.
- Assess project requirements and research feasibility of design approaches.
- Collaborate with vendors and contractors to create or modify designs.
- Prepare product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Stay informed on the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies.
- Provide technical guidance and support to manufacturing and integration teams.
- Optimize production processes through engineering solutions.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and cross-departmental meetings to ensure collaboration and cohesion.
- Manage the project lifecycle from concept through to design, prototype, manufacture, and testing.
- Evaluate final product’s overall performance, reliability, and safety.
Requirements
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- Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer.
- Proficiency in CAD software, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
- Strong understanding of core concepts including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science, and structural analysis.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner.
- Team player with good interpersonal skills.
- Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM), finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
- Knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes and materials.
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Creative and innovative thinking.
- Willingness to keep up-to-date with the latest technological advancements.
- Experience in designing mechanical components for manufacturing.
- Familiarity with 3D printing and prototyping techniques.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe a project where you applied your mechanical design skills?
- How do you approach troubleshooting a design that isn’t working as expected?
- What CAD software are you most familiar with, and what is your proficiency level?
- How do you stay current with the latest technologies and trends in mechanical engineering?
- Can you explain a time when you had to work under tight deadlines and how you managed it?
- What experience do you have with FEA and CFD?
- How do you ensure your designs meet both customer expectations and safety regulations?
- Describe a challenging engineering problem you faced and how you solved it.
- What strategies do you use for effective team collaboration on a project?
- How do you prioritize tasks when working on multiple projects?