Design Engineer

Every day, MTI Motion associates around the world set the future in motion by solving our customers’ most vexing motion-control challenges. Serving various industries including commercial aerospace, defense, oil and gas, and transportation, MTI Motion designs and manufactures an innovative portfolio of custom, precision motion-control products and solutions, including high-performance motors, drives and controllers, as well as windings, gears and ball screws.

We’re committed to promoting a collaborative team environment that focuses on accountability, honesty, and integrity to ensure customer satisfaction. We take pride in the work we perform and are committed to continuous improvement. In addition to offering a competitive benefits package, we strive to offer our employees opportunities to achieve career advancement.

MTI Motion is a wholly owned operating company within the Steel Partners (NYSE: SPLP) family of companies and is headquartered in Pleasant Prairie, WI, with facilities worldwide.

Position Overview

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the documentation and specification of equipment for mechanical solutions for both new and existing electric motors/coil/actuator assemblies in a cross-functional team environment. They have direct contact with the customers to understand their specifications/needs and determine the best solution. They approach the solutions from a systems standpoint and can lead the project through the design/development process. They take direction from the Engineering Manager and can manage the day-to-day work on their own.

Essential Job Functions

• Able to convert customer requirements into low to medium complexity electro-mechanical solutions.
• Adept at organizing project work from initial concept design, fabrication, assembly, QC, and through initial production.
• Self-starter who can anticipate and meet design deliverables throughout the New Product Development process.
• Model CAD components and assemblies, create initial drawing packages, and create Engineering Specifications.
• Apply GD&T correctly while understanding its effects on the manufacturability and inspection of the components and assemblies.
• Generate tolerance stack-up studies for mechanical components and assemblies.
• Member of NPD project teams as the engineering design lead.
• Provide support for Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain team members when investigating production issues.
• Provide information request support to other departments.
• Efficiently evaluate and disposition Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and execute on Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Qualify design changes, alternate materials, and parts from new tooling.
• Participate in hands on troubleshooting activities, cost-reduction activities, component evaluations, and other design and manufacturing initiatives to support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the test organization to define the testing requirements that align with customer specifications.
• Work individually or as part of a team.
• Communicate and collaborate with other cross-functional team members, suppliers, and contractors.
  
  

Requirements

Candidate Requirements & Preferred Experience

• S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience is required.
• 2 years of experience in design and development with a strong emphasis in the manufacturing process including but not limited to work instructions is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience doing detailed CAD design; SolidWorks strongly preferred.
• Experience in Aerospace or Military Industry is a plus.
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment.
• Good problem-solving skills and accountability to drive issues to closure.
• Demonstrated desire for learning and applying a continuous improvement approach.
• Understanding quality requirements and how a component is inspected based on detailed drawing specifications/tolerances.
• Some materials experience preferred.
• Hands on electric motor, gearing, solenoid, and electromechanical design experience is a plus.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools.
• This position requires domestic and possibly international travel up to 20 percent.
  
  

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MTI Motion is an equal employment opportunity (EEOC) employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or other legally protected status.

We will ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact MTI Motion to request accommodation.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

At MTI Motion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or another role.