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Title:

Senior Mechanical Engineer Pay Rate:

$ 100000/year

Location:

Jackson, Michigan Duration

• Full Time Shift Time
• Standard Shift About this job Summary This is a design engineering role with some supervisory requirements.

The candidate will research, plan, and design mechanical and electromechanical products and systems, and direct and coordinate activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of mechanical or electromechanical products and systems.

Responsibilities Include:

 Design new products and modify existing designs.  Assist in resolution of Manufacturing, Assembly, Outsourcing, Warranty and Rectification issues.  Provides guidance to manufacturing and assembly during initial new product build.  Actively research and analyze competitive offerings.  Confers with management, production, and marketing staff to determine engineering feasibility, required resources, cost effectiveness, and market demand for new products.  Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve product positioning and market competitiveness for LeMatic and develops recommendations accordingly.  Supports the development of owner's manuals for all new products.  Supports or owns special project initiatives as directed by VP of Engineering.  Works with hand/power tools to assist in assembly, repair, or troubleshooting of machinery.  Designs components in a cost-conscious manner, and strives to reduce cost on existing components and assemblies.  Listens to and resolves assembly/manufacturing requests or concerns.  Must be flexible with responsibilities/projects/duties as these may change based on loading.  Assists in creation and maintenance of quality standards on all new products.  Maintains a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner while ensuring documentation is in place.  Provides support/documentation for projects to successfully enter mainstream manufacturing.  Supports the development of Features, Benefits, Spec.'s, and various Marcom for Sales as it relates to new products.  Support the Sales Team in conveying new product knowledge to customer with personal visits, conference calls, etc.  Allocates Engineering workloads to appropriate resources to achieve the accomplishment of Production Milestones.  Oversees the day-to-day decisions and work execution of the Mechanical Engineering team.  Takes a proactive approach to new product development and equipment upgrades.  Resolves Warranty and Rectification issues as requested by VP of Engineering.  Responds quickly to rectification needs on existing field installations.  Implements and executes a plan for rectification reduction and Engineering BOM changes.  Establishes best practice standards and leads the Mechanical Engineering Team to strive for Engineering Excellence.  Through leadership, instills a pride of "quality of execution" in the daily performance of the Mechanical Engineering Team.  Manages the revisions of Mechanical Engineering documentation to improve the quality of designs, drawings, Bills of Materials, and manufacturing & assembly directions.  Advises management of new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations, and/or inter-departmental relations.  Provides direction and example for interpretation and application of company policies and procedures to the engineering activities.  Resolves problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, or concepts.  Analyzes technology trends, human resource needs, and market demand to plan projects.  Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations and develops recommendations accordingly. Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following: Continuous Learning

• Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others. Job Knowledge
• Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively. Use of Technology
• Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date. Problem Solving
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Judgement
• Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions. Project Management
• Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities. Communications
• Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally in positive or negative situations; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings; keeps others adequately informed; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; edits work for proper spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical/empirical data effectively; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Competencies (continued) Oral Communication

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings. Written Communication
• Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Team Leadership
• Fosters team cooperation; defines team roles and responsibilities; supports group problem solving; ensures progress toward goals; acknowledges team accomplishments. Treats all coworkers with respect fostering a team atmosphere. Cost Consciousness
• Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources. Adaptability
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Able to work comfortably in the office, manufacturing, assembly, and in customer facilities. Travel may also include trade shows, training seminars, etc. Travel may be up to 50% at times. Dependability
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Performance Coaching
• Defines responsibilities and expectations; sets goals and objectives; gives performance feedback; motivates for increased results; recognizes contributions; encourages training and development. Responsible for completing employee evaluations. Planning/Organizing
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Desired Skills & Experience  Very Strong Mechatronics Background  Experienced SolidWorks User  Packaging Equipment background a must  OEM equipment manufacturing strongly preferred.  Must be able to work independently and part of a team.  Strong multitasking skills a must.  Must understand the need for a sense of urgency  Good attendance and ability to work overtime.  Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.  Must be comfortable in an office environment & shop environment.  Must be detail oriented in design/job release to manufacturing.  Cost consciousness.  Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing a plus.  Possess a Performance Coaching / Mentoring mindset. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to communicate with international clients and customers. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Pay:

$98,000.00

• $100,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person