Mechanical Engineer II

Mechanical Engineer II

Tucson, AZ, United States

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JOB DESCRIPTION

As a key member of the Samuel Automation's Engineering team, you design custom automated manufacturing systems to meet our customers' manufacturing commitments. You are responsible for designing, selecting and integrating a broad spectrum of components and sub systems. Your specialties may include pneumatics, fluid dispensing systems, vibratory feeders, lasers, vision systems and motion systems.

What You'll Be Doing

Create custom automated equipment designs to contract specifications and applicable design standards while meeting material budget requirement

Perform engineering calculations with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure, force, etc. as related to machine and tool designs.

Analyzes drawings, and specifications to determine shape, dimensions, hardness etc. in the development of equipment, processes and products.

Examine feasibility of using one or more machines to carry out sequential operations.

Provide technical direction and support to Machine Builders and Technicians throughout the debugging phase

Mentor junior designers

Work with engineering and project managers to report status, raise issues, and assist where able.

Participates in regular project status updates with project team and customers

You'll Be Great At

Solving practical problems with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Effectively presenting information to Samuel Automation employees and customers

Working at advanced levels of design complexity

Proficiently able to use SolidWorks and current office computer software

Creatively visualizing in 3 dimensions, have a solid mechanical aptitude and thrive in an agile environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language

Level of Autonomy and Authority

Works without detailed supervision, but within clear guidelines, defined standards and specifications. Difficult, complex or unusual matters are referred to more senior authority

May guide and monitor the work of other staff working on a project basis

Provides input and makes recommendations to management in areas of improvement

Key Requirements

Post-Secondary education in Engineering, specializing in Mechanical Design or equivalent (BSME degree is preferred)

3-7 years experience in solid modeling (Solidworks is preferred) in industrial automation with the proven ability to design and detail machined and fabricated parts to ANSI standards.

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ABOUT US

At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business - enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change - within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you're seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We're stronger together.

At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone.

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Samuel Automation Solutions Group (ASG) is a world-class designer, manufacturer, and integrator of custom factory automation for the health science, automotive, aerospace, and consumer product sectors. From proof of principle studies to developing turnkey solutions, we seamlessly integrate industry-proven technologies to meet or exceed client requirements.