Our client is looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their New Product Development team. This person will work with the team to design and develop hydraulic components. The ideal candidate will be able to collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance and Supply Chain.

Responsibilities:

• Understanding of the design and manufacture of Hydraulic components and systems (Pumps and Rotary Actuators)
• Review, develop, and prepare project documentation following industry and internal standards
• Effectively communicate with customers, suppliers, and other departments both written and orally
• Develop DFMEAs and subsequent test plans in order to mitigate design risks
• Develop engineering sketches, specifications, and related data to determine design factors such as size, shape, and layout of new designs
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality and Finance to ensure designs are streamlined for manufacturability through design reviews
• Evaluate and approve designs and specification changes through continuous improvement
• Assists with reliability and validation testing.
• Prepares interim and completion project reports as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 7 years’ experience as a Mechanical/Design Engineer or 5 years in hydraulic component design
• Must be able to communicate effectively in both oral and written responsibilities
• Experience with engineering CAD and analysis tools (SolidWorks, CREO, FEA, ANSYS, etc.)
• Experience with material science applied to mechanical engineering
• Understanding of industry standards (ASTM, ASME, ANSI, ABS, DNV etc.)
• Must be a self-starter, self-motivated and be able to embrace multiple responsibilities simultaneously with minimum guidance
• Strong background in the design of machined and casted components
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, material selection and heat-treating processes
• Strong analytical skills using engineering fundamentals and analysis tools.