Mechanical Engineer II

New Yesterday

Description: Position Overview: We're on the hunt for a Mechanical Engineer II to join our team of innovators! If you enjoy designing with a passion for bringing products to life, are organized, detail-oriented, and ready to take on exciting challenges in advanced development, this is the job for you.
What You’ll Do: · Collaborate with team in brainstorm & design reviews. · Validate designs through DFMEA, strength, and fatigue analysis, followed by thorough testing. · Presents updates at project reviews on prototype readiness and issues · Able to analyze engineering CAD models for prototyping and testability. · Review data, evaluate product samples, and recommend design adjustments. · Support the transition of projects from the Innovation group over to the New Product Development group. · Collaborate with global engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve design and production challenges. · Participate in cross-functional meetings to align project scope, deliverables, and goals. Requirements: Education: · Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
Experience: · 3-5 years of design experience, preferably with consumer products. · Familiarity with manufacturing processes like plastics, sheet metal, casting, machining, and welding. · Prototype building experience is a strong plus.
Skills & Traits: · Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks required); familiarity with analysis tools is a plus. · Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or personal projects. · Ability to creatively solve problems and utilize resources to accomplish assignments · Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. · Ability to multi-task and effectively communicate in a fast-paced environment. · Willingness to travel internationally 2–4 times per year.
Why Join Us? · Collaborate with a talented, global engineering team to develop ideas into products that help to improve people’s health. · Ability to work hands-on in model shop creating prototypes · Enjoy working with mechanical designs & products while contributing to a company that values creativity and teamwork.
Benefits: We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include: · Health & Dental Insurance · Company paid Life Insurance · 401(k) · Paid Time Off benefits · Product discounts · Wellness programs
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Location:
Cottage Grove
Category:
Manufacturing