What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Designer position at Ascential Technologies?
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Design and Development: Design and development of mechanical systems and components for automation manufacturing equipment.
- Conceptualization: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, and project managers, to conceptualize and define design requirements based on project specifications and manufacturing goals.
- Prototype and Testing: Create detailed 3D models and technical drawings using CAD software and develop and validate design concepts and to perform functional testing.
- Design Optimization: Continuously evaluate and optimize mechanical designs to enhance performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness, while adhering to industry standards and regulations
- Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including drawings, specifications, bills of materials (BOM), and design change records.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration of mechanical designs with electrical, controls and software components.
- Vendor Management: Liaise with external vendors and suppliers to source components, review quotations, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality parts for prototype construction and manufacturing
- Continuous improvement: Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends and best practices in automation manufacturing and mechanical design. Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction and innovation in mechanical design methodologies
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- Proven experience (minimum of 5 years) in mechanical design
- Strong proficiency in CAD software, SolidWorks preferred
- Thorough knowledge of manufacturing principles and commercial technology used as a tool for creation of designs
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes, such as assembly, machining, welding
- Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work in a deadline driven environment
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Must have valid driver's license
