Senior Mechanical Engineer

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This role is part of the Mechanical Engineering organization at Chamberlain Group. This role is responsible for leading the development of large-sized electro-mechanical assemblies and products. This role will be involved with design decisions from concept through production. Collaboration with other areas of a cross functional team, such as marketing and manufacturing, throughout a product life cycle is required. Requirements include interacting with senior management, creation and coordination of development schedule, implementation process, and execution of that process.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, prototype, and test electro-mechanical assemblies applying principles and knowledge of power transmission, strengths of materials, statics, dynamics, and material science
• Develop Industrial Designs that meet cost, timing, and customer requirements by collaborating with Industrial Design team and Tooling Engineers
• Meet project scope, specifications, and any regulatory requirements that are applicable to the product being developed, while developing internal standards and improving processes
• Conduct meetings, including project status, product demos, and design review meetings
• Act as a mechanical lead and have responsibility for the execution of work within the project parameters
• Verify individual parts factor of safety by preforming calculations for stress / strain, FEA's, and assembly tolerance studies
• Assure product quality by conducting DFMEA’s and leading the completion of tolerance analysis studies for parts and assemblies
• Review and approve test plans and participate in the development of new test procedures.
• Lead failure analysis and problem-solving tactics by performing functional and reliability bench testing and Six Sigma design practices
• Conduct peer reviews for product design and act as a technical reviewer on ECNs
• Prepare bill of materials in Windchill and release into SAP by creating Engineering Change Notices
• Develop and track product costs by utilizing product knowledge and sourcing quotes
• Participate in NPD project schedule development and keep track of mechanical tasks and milestones utilizing Microsoft Project
• Mentor interns and junior engineers on engineering best practices, skills and technologies
• Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.
• Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• An advanced degree in a directly applicable area of study may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience
• 5+ years of job-related experience as defined in the Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Flexibility to travel up to 10% of time; international travel required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience designing parts for injection-molding, sheet metal fabrication, and die-casting processes
• Ability to work within cross-functional teams to create electro-mechanical products
• Creo and Windchill software experience
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Project
• Knowledge of material/Regulatory standards and how they are applied (ASTM, AISI, SAE, UL, etc)
• Machine design knowledge (gears, chain, belt, coupling, bearings)
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to communicate to all levels of the engineering organization

Preferred Job Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• ANSYS FEA or KISSsoft software experience
• Drive-train design knowledge, (motor, gearbox, brake, clutch design)
• SAP ERP software experience
• PTC Quality Solution XFMEA tool experience
• Business acumen

The pay range of pay for this position is $81,500 - 155,225; base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.  In addition to base pay, also offered is a comprehensive benefits package and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).  This position is eligible for participation in a short-term incentive plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.

Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.  

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence [email protected].

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