Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Position Summary:

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for designing, detailing, and checking systems for special equipment used for assembly, testing and material removal. This is a full time, direct hire opportunity in Saginaw, MI!

Position Responsibilities:

• Installation support and start up at the customers facility.
• Field service and debug will be required.
• Research, plan, and design mechanical and electromechanical products and systems.
• Direct and coordinate activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of mechanical or electromechanical products and systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical designs, assemblies, and component problems and implement corrective measures.
• May be involved with developing changes to plans and/or methodology.
• Interpret policies and requirements in terms of established objectives.
• Provide recommendations for improvements in order to meet program objectives.
• Work with the proposal group to develop concepts for future projects.
• Provide input on time required and component pricing for quotes.
• Serve as a technical advisor to the proposal group on the feasibility of the controls aspect of the design.
• Suggest alternatives to improve concepts and processes.
• May be asked to train lower level Mechanical Engineers.
• Responsible for adhering to project budget and working within loaded hours.
• Define objectives and interpret policies and objectives established by senior management and determine their effect on data and development requirements. Independently plan, design, and carry out work.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience in the field and knowledge of machines and automation.
• 7 years of experience in related field.
• Working knowledge of solid modeling software.
• Must have a basic understanding of control and fluid power systems.
• Ability to perform structural calculations.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Good knowledge of appropriate references to find answers.
• Proficiency in company software (Encompix, AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Ability to work with well with people and independently, problem solver, organized, good written and verbal skills, strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Experience working with machines, selecting components, analyzing fit form and function preferred.

What This Company Offers: Assorted benefits packages that include medical, dental and vision.

About Spark Talent Acquisition:

Spark Talent Acquisition is a Michigan-headquartered recruiting and staffing company that connects great talent with great employers. We understand that finding a new position can be stressful and identifying top talent can be challenging. For us to maximize successful placement and retention, we start by listening to and understanding each of our clients. We believe in face-to-face interaction and having a solid understanding of our client’s business before placement. We pride ourselves in team development as it matches our purpose as an organization to continually create career opportunities.

Salary : $51,000 - $65,500