Mechanical Design Engineer

JOB TITLE:Mechanical Design Engineer – Product Line

DEPARTMENT: Shared Services - Engineering

REPORTS TO: Director of Engineering

FLSA: Exempt

STATUS: Full Time

DIRECT REPORTS: None

LOCATION: Denver Tech Center

WHO WE ARE:

Global OEM of food and fruit processing equipment and systems. Significant presence and brand recognition within our target markets and industries with a strong emphasis on total customer satisfaction and new product development. An organization with growth and cultural change objectives driven by innovation, continuous improvement, and entrepreneurial contributions.

POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position provides the opportunity to work in a unique and innovative technical environment for a highly successful international OEM of food-processing-equipment. Engineering team members work on a diverse range of complex machine designs while making improvements to existing equipment and developing new to the world, new products.

• Provide Mechanical Design Engineering support to further develop and sustain established products
• Recommend and implement progressive improvements to machinery in the areas of design-for- manufacturing, cost, quality and performance
• Perform form, fit & function analysis for parts and assemblies. Convey proper design intent using Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing practices governed by ANSI Standard Y14.5.2
• Use standard engineering principals and design practices to make the necessary calculations, failure risk assessments and design drawing updates as required to meet customer safety requirements, ergonomic requirements and performance specifications
• Participate in the launch of new products. Provide complete documentation including part, sub-assembly and top-level assembly drawings and associated bill-of-materials
• Work seamlessly with Manufacturing, Sales, Service and Marketing with existing and new products.
• Work closely with Procurement to support second and third-party manufacturing requirements
• Work to continually improve engineering documentation including Product Data Management (PDM) controls and drawings with models and associated bill-of-materials
• Develop and introduce innovative approaches to meet emerging machine performance specifications. Proactive participation in new product development

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience with engineering principals, complex equipment design, automation, robotics, material handling and/or related Mechanical Design is required. Senior level positions require at least eight (8) years’ related work experience
• All design work is done with SolidWorks at the most current revision
• Demonstrated skills in:
  1. Managing schedules
  2. Presenting technical information
  3. Verbal and Written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Must be willing and able to travel occasionally (domestic and international)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• High degree of professionalism including ability to maintain confidentiality
• High degree of integrity and business ethics

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Opportunity to be part of a small team that can make a big impact on long term organizational performance and growth
• Strong internal support to help promote personal growth and goals
• Internal growth, advancement, and promote-from-within practices
• Engaging and progressive culture
• Tuition reimbursement program
• High level of autonomy
• Competitive salary
• Profit Share retirement contribution plan– fully funded by Company
• Market leading benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA)
• 10 Company-paid Holidays
• Generous vacation program
• 48 hours of personal time (prorated depending on start date in calendar year)
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*Salary information is a general guideline only. Actual compensation considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, location, work experience, education, and key skills.The possible range for this position is $70,000-1$15,000 annually. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

*Atlas Pacific is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, ancestry, race, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation/gender identity), color, religion, national origin, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, family medical history or genetic information, military or veteran status, disability, medical condition, or any other non-merit based factor or status protected by federal, state or local law

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs.