Mechanical Engineer

Job Opportunity: Mechanical Engineer
Location : ONSITE Lincolnshire, IL
Duration: 6 Months with possible extension
Pay Rate : $45-$47/hr.
Shift: 8am-5pm

Position Overview
Our client is seeking a skilled and proactive Mechanical Engineer Level II to join their Sustaining Engineering group. This role requires collaboration within a dynamic team environment and will focus on maintaining and enhancing existing printer product lines, ensuring they continue to meet the high standards and evolving needs of our customers.

Job Responsibilities:
Support Existing Products:
-Investigate and resolve mechanical issues in current production and products in the field.
-Analyze root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Design Improvements:
-Recommend and implement design enhancements to improve product reliability, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency.
-Conduct tolerance stack-ups and design for manufacturability (DFM) analysis.
Change Management:
-Prepare and process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
-Maintain and update product documentation including drawings, BOMs, and CAD models.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
-Work closely with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and customer service teams to address technical issues.
-Participate in design reviews, failure investigations, and continuous improvement projects.
Testing & Validation:
-Develop and execute test protocols for component and system validation.
-Evaluate returned product failures and provide detailed reports with proposed solutions.
Supplier Support:
-Collaborate with suppliers to resolve mechanical part issues and improve part quality.
-Review and approve supplier drawing changes and deviations as needed.
Compliance & Standards:
-Ensure product compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal requirements.
-Support documentation and testing for agency certifications (e.g., UL, CE).
Project Participation:
-Assist in sustaining projects from initiation through release.
-Manage small-to-medium projects or portions of larger projects independently with moderate supervision.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
-Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.

Experience:
-2+ years of experience in mechanical design, manufacturing support, or sustaining engineering.
-Hands-on experience with electromechanical systems or products involving moving parts.
CAD & Design:
-Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or similar).
-Working knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing standards.
Engineering Change Process:
-Experience creating and processing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and design documentation.

Problem Solving:
-Ability to troubleshoot mechanical failures and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
-Familiarity with root cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, or FMEA.
Communication:
-Strong written and verbal communication skills.
-Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical engineering, manufacturing, quality, and procurement.

Software Tools:
-Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
-Experience using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (e.g., Windchill, Arena, Agile).
Preferred Qualifications:
Industry Experience:
-Experience supporting or designing printers, copiers, or other electromechanical office equipment.
-Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing and injection-molded plastic parts.
Testing & Validation:
-Experience developing and executing mechanical test plans and validation protocols.
-Hands-on experience with lab testing, fixture design, or thermal and vibration testing.

Cost and Quality Focus:
-Background in cost reduction, reliability improvement, or vendor quality improvement projects.
-Experience working directly with suppliers to resolve part issues and approve alternate components.
Lean & Six Sigma:
-Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies is a plus.
Regulatory Knowledge:
-Familiarity with compliance standards such as RoHS, REACH, or UL certifications relevant to printers or electronic equipment.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Development: Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge industry standards.
  
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive team committed to high-quality outcomes.
  
• Impactful Work: Ensure our products meet rigorous quality and regulatory standards.

Apply today to take the next step in your career!

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