JOB TITLE: Mechanical Engineer- Product Development
2 Contract positions available w/Benefits
Department: Product Development
Reports to: VP-Product Development
FLSA: [X] Exempt [ ] Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
Lead role in engineering new product and provide engineering support for current product. Experience in rough terrain, off-highway or construction equipment preferred.
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Provides engineering for design of new products, modifying existing designs, improvements in production techniques and assist in the development of procedures, best practices and standards.
Resolves problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies or concepts.
Analyzes technology trends, and market demand to plan projects.
Confers with management and production to determine engineering feasibility, cost effectiveness and customer demand for new and existing products.
Advises management of new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations and/or inter-departmental relations.
Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations and develops recommendations accordingly.
COMPETENCIES:
- Analytical – synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures
- Design – generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail.
- Project Management – develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities as required.
- Cost Consciousness – works with approved budget; develops and implements cost-saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
- Change Management – develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transitions and evaluates results.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential performance requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the training, experience, knowledge, and skill required for this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed above.
Education/Experience
A Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree and a minimum of five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience should be related to industrial vehicles, off-road equipment, and material handling equipment or related product.
Knowledge and Skills
· Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
· Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
· Basic data entry skills, required
· Proven mechanical abilities, knowledge of various electrical and mechanical processes, assembly techniques and hand tool use
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the environment is usually loud.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell.
JOB TITLE: ENGINEER- PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
1 Permanent position available
Department: Engineering
Reports to: VP-Product Development
FLSA: [X] Exempt [ ] Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
To provide engineering support to the Product Development department. Responsible for developing new product and supporting current product. Experience in rough terrain, off-highway or construction equipment preferred.
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:
· Responsible for engineering new and current product designs.
· Duties include but are not limited to fixture design (CAD – modeling, drawings, etc.), data acquisition, minor machining, dynamic vehicle testing, assembly of prototype components, FMEA workshop, and technical production support.
· Prepares technical reports from test results, analyze data for design improvement.
· Flexible schedule to facilitate travel needs for field testing and supplier assistance.
· Ability to adapt to constant change while ensuring the overall goal is met
· Adheres to the established specifications and standards related to each project.
· Provide input on project schedules as required.
COMPETENCIES:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Design/Test Engineering – Generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images and/or product; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail, correlates engineering principles and test data, translates test data into technical report.
- Adaptability – Adapts to change in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with change, delays or unexpected events.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
- Team Work - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential performance requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the training, experience, knowledge, and skill required for this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed above.
Education/Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Preferred Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, years of experience can be substituted. Some vehicle, industrial truck and hydraulic experience, as well asdesign and testing of mobile equipment, preferably within the material handling industry. Experience in data acquisition recording, analysis, and reporting.
Understanding of the technical concepts of engineering principles, codes and standards is required. Must have 3D CAD modeling and drafting skills. Experience using CATIA V5 and SmartTeam are preferred. Must demonstrate a strong work ethic, flexibility, multi-tasking ability and be a fast learner.
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering drawing, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
- Proven mechanical abilities, knowledge of various electrical and mechanical processes, assembly techniques and hand tool use.
- Proven experience in all forms of test equipment such as: load cells, transducers, strain gages, anemometers, calibration, etc.
- Proven experience in test engineering including: fatigue lifetime analysis, finite element analysis, reliability calculations, accelerated component testing, root cause analysis, FMEA (DFMEA / PFMEA), and Noise and Vibration Analysis (FFT, Natural Frequency, Damping ratio)
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move more than 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
JOB TITLE: SENIOR TECHNICIAN
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Supervisor-Product Validation
FLSA: [ ] Exempt [X] Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
Assist Engineers in everyday decision-making process by making recommendations.
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Prepare lift trucks and/or components for testing by installing all needed equipment and preparing test stands/fixtures.
- Safely perform and document testing according to guidelines prescribed by the Test Engineer. Construct fixtures for conducting specialized testing of components.
- Tear down/rebuild trucks and components as needed for research and development purposes.
- Assist in training Test technicians procedures and test methods.
- Maintain clean and organized work and storage areas within Product Validation Department.
COMPETENCIES:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Analytical – synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures
- Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
- Team Work - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential performance requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the training, experience, knowledge, and skill required for this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed above.
Education/Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a mechanical or electrical working experience. Preferably in the lift truck industry. Must be able to handle the daily mechanic type work for prepping lift trucks for testing. Prefer to have knowledge of Industrial Truck Product. Needs a good understanding of electrical control systems and hydraulics.
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering drawing, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Proven mechanical abilities, knowledge of various electrical and mechanical processes, assembly techniques and hand tool use.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move more than 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.