What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mechanical Engineer position at Sky Climber, LLC?
Sr. Mechanical Engineer
PE Required
Sky Climber
Delaware, OH
Sky Climber LLC. has proven itself as a leader in the suspended access market by providing engineered suspended access and safety solutions in the commercial and industrial sectors. This is an onsite position in Delaware, OH. Learn more about us at www.skyclimber.com
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, marketing, customers) to understand design requirements and translate them into manufacturable solutions.
- Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks computer-aided design (CAD) software.
- Conduct stress, deflection, and other analyses to ensure designs meet performance, safety, and regulatory specifications.
- Develop and document detailed engineering drawings, including parts bills of materials and assembly instructions.
- Prepare and maintain product documentation, including customer cut-sheets, reference drawings, installation and operating manuals, and calculations to support equipment designs.
- Participate in the development and testing of prototypes.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
- Work closely with manufacturing to identify potential production challenges and recommend design improvements for cost reduction and manufacturability.
- Support quality staff with investigation of product/equipment for out of specification conditions, assembly/use difficulties and/or failures to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations for improvements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues related to product design and quality.
- Stay up to date on the latest advancements in mechanical engineering technologies and manufacturing processes.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Qualified candidates must possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
- Professional Engineer License Required
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a design engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience with CAD software and file management systems (SolidWorks/PDM, Creo/Windchill, etc.). SolidWorks experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including statics, mechanics of materials, and machine design.
- Blueprint reading and basic GD&T knowledge.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Prior experience with manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, fabrication, assembly) is a plus.
