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Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Broetje Automation
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/9/2024
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Position available in: Elk Grove Village, IL
Job Type: Full time

Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, Russia, China, and Japan. US locations include: Buffalo (NY), Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), Mobile, (AL) and Seattle (WA).

Summary: As a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design and development of cutting-edge aerospace machinery for our OEM applications. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet the rigorous demands of the aerospace industry.

Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
  • Course specialization in design and product development and/or Machine Mechanics and Welding Technology, course examples may include:
    • Experimental Strength of Materials, Applications of Machine Elements, Mechanics of Machine Design/ Design of Machine Components, Applied Mechanism Kinematics and Dynamics, Advanced Machine Design
    • Welding Processes, Advanced Materials in Manufacturing, Joining Processes

Desired Experience & Qualifications:
  • Exposure to one or more of the following professional environments: machine design, automation design, overhead conveyor systems, and steel work
  • Deep understanding of Machine Mechanics Design, Product Development Design, and Structure Analysis – Fine Element Analysis from academic coursework background and/or professional experience.
  • Demonstrates understanding of operator ergonomics and designing for manufacturing.
  • Experience designing weldments and machining prints; understanding of liner guide, ball screw, rack design.
  • Mechanical design experience using SolidWorks (Catia V5) to develop designs.
  • An open-minded and flexible attitude, showing willingness to learn and ability to work in a team.
  • Goal-oriented work approach and ability to cope with pressure.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Developing products within a team of design & sales engineers which may include designing in Catia, BOMs, and field support work.
  • Utilize specifications to create design concepts, and contribute to the development of machine designs, structural equipment, and organizational designs.
  • Organize design and development of customer projects including budgets, timelines, and acting as the primary point of contact in open projects for the customer and Project Manager
  • Support sales efforts by working directly with sales engineers and/or sales manager to create design concepts based on customer specifications, utilizing existing products as a reference where possible and solutions to help expand our current offerings.
  • Become technically proficient in current and future product offerings (i.e., automated drilling and fastening equipment, composites manufacturing, etc.)
  • Utilize advanced tools (CAD tools – SolidWorks, CATIA)

Our Team will Offer:
  • A dynamic team with industry knowledge, expertise, and high-tech resources
  • Care and a culture of an open-minded international company
  • Support by a highly qualified and professional team of engineers and technicians

Compensation/Benefits:
  • Competitive Wages
  • 401(k) company match
  • 100% paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, vision)
  • Disability plan & group life insurance program
  • Three weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • International travel opportunities (Germany)
Visit: www.broetje-automation.com and https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_4J6KrX5aHnXZJUoOCDRQ

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