C-Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Summary

The Mechanical Engineer is accountable for the end-to-end design, development, and optimization of specialized automated machinery used in nitrile glove production, leveraging SolidWorks/CAD software to conceptualize and detail mechanical assemblies. Key duties include performing engineering analysis (stress, thermal, fluid dynamics) to validate design integrity, selecting appropriate materials and industrial components, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical systems seamlessly with electrical controls. This role drives continuous improvement by troubleshooting mechanical performance issues in existing equipment and ensuring all new designs are thoroughly documented (BOMs, drawings) and comply with relevant industry safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Development:
  • Conceptualize, design, and detail mechanical components and assemblies for new generations of glove manufacturing equipment using SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
  • Perform engineering calculations (stress, tolerance analysis, flow dynamics, thermal transfer) to validate designs and ensure performance and safety.
  • Select appropriate materials, purchased components (e.g., bearings, actuators, sensors), and manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, welding, casting).
• Optimization & Improvement:
  • Analyze existing machinery performance and implement design modifications to improve efficiency, reliability, cost-effectiveness, and ease of maintenance.
  • Troubleshoot and provide technical support for manufacturing and field service teams regarding complex mechanical issues.
  • Drive continuous improvement projects focused on reducing downtime and increasing machine throughput (cycles per minute).
• Documentation & Compliance:
  • Generate and maintain accurate engineering documentation, including detailed drawings, specifications, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Collaborate with the Electrical/Controls Engineering team to ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and software systems.
  • Ensure all designs meet relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements, particularly those applicable to cleanroom or medical device manufacturing environments.

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience:
  • 2+ years of proven experience in machine design, complex automation, or capital equipment manufacturing preferred.
  • Demonstrated expertise in designing with CAD software (SolidWorks required).
  • Experience working with high-temperature environments, fluid dynamics, and automated material handling systems (e.g., webs, rollers, conveyors).
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of mechanical systems, including thermodynamics, statics, dynamics, and material science.
  • Proficiency in utilizing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools for design validation.
  • Familiarity with common manufacturing processes (CNC machining, laser cutting, welding)

Preferred Qualifications (Competitive Candidates)

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in the design of high-speed production equipment, packaging machinery, or medical device/cleanroom equipment.
• Knowledge of industrial automation components (PLCs, servo motors, pneumatics) and controls logic.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or actively working toward one.