Mechanical Engineer 2 - Durham, NC

Technical Skills

Must Have

• CAD and Solidworks
• Developing root cause analysis techniques.
• Familiar with standards and regulations (ISO, FDA, OSHA, ASTM).
• Can operate and troubleshoot mechanical test equipment in the lab.
• Developing in the operation of environmental conditioning chambers, equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Preferred skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, TEAMs.
• FEA Modeling (Finite Element Analysis Modeling)

Job Description

• On site Looking for candidate with Desigen experience in injection molding and plastics. Robotics and automation experience
• Possible temp to perm
• Industry backgrounds in Med device, Pharma, Auto, Automation Industry
• Minitab

Role

• Mechanical Engineering is responsible for designing and developing components, mechanisms, systems and finished products or equipment.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of Mechanical Engineering and its application in solving standard mechanical problems.
• Demonstrates working understanding of internal and external customer or business needs. Translates requirements into basic specifications and designs with moderate guidance.
• Develops and executes test protocols with moderate guidance. Independently tests, analyzes and solves working technical problems.
• Has developed knowledge and skills in own job family; still acquiring / expanding fundamental knowledge and higher-level skills. Applies knowledge and skills to a variety of standard activities. Works with moderate guidance in own area of knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Design sheet metal, plastic, and machined parts and assemblies for use in automation equipment.
• Analyze and test the design of parts and assemblies to ensure that they meet design specifications, cost goals, and manufacturability requirements.
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary research and development team to conceptualize innovative new systems related to pharmaceutical automation.
• Work closely with in-house engineers and technicians, plus outside vendors, to develop cost-effective mechanical prototypes that also support electrical and software subsystems.
• Document part and system designs for sourcing, inspection, and internal use.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering
• 7+ years of related work experience
• Previous classroom and/or work experience with solid modeling and analysis tools, SolidWorks experience preferred
• Excellent analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work across a variety of departments
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook