Mechanical Engineer I-III

Position Overview

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of electrical distribution products and related mechanical assemblies. This role collaborates with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production to develop reliable, manufacturable, and cost-effective products while meeting customer specifications and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Design & Development

• Design mechanical components, assemblies, and enclosures for electrical distribution equipment.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Support new product development from concept through production.
• Review customer specifications and ensure design compliance.
• Evaluate materials and components for performance and manufacturability.

2. Engineering Support

• Provide technical support to Manufacturing, Production, and Quality.
• Troubleshoot product and manufacturing issues.
• Implement engineering change requests and design revisions.
• Participate in design reviews and prototype builds.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

3. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain engineering drawings and revision records.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and applicable standards.
• Support document control and engineering change processes.
• Develop work instructions and assembly documentation.
• Participate in validation and verification activities.

4. Project Coordination

• Coordinate engineering tasks to meet project schedules.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and suppliers on technical matters.
• Support Project Managers during execution.
• Identify cost reduction and value engineering opportunities.
• Communicate technical updates to stakeholders.

5. Team Support

• Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Operations.
• Assist with training on new products and design changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes.
• Support customer visits and factory acceptance testing when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Experience with electrical distribution equipment or industrial products preferred.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD software.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.