Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Location: Huntsville, Alabama Onsite

Duration: Full time

JD

7 to 10 years engineering experience (design & development of new product, current product management) in a manufacturing setting of heavy equipment, engine powertrain, and engine driveline components with a proven track record for executing successful engineering projects.

Experience in snow removal, street sweepers, construction, or agricultural equipment industries a plus.

Understanding the engineering change request from Schwarze Project/Product Manager

Evaluate the design changes required and impact on other systems and sub-systems.

Design Modification in CAD as necessary

2D Drawing updates.

Prepare Change Notice Package on PLM tool (Vault)

Champion and ensure compliance of Schwarze engineering processes and ISO requirements.

Team up with cross-functional teams to resolve & prioritized ECR issues in a timely manner.

Knowledge And Critical Skills Requirements:

Strong knowledge in product design methodologies; from common product platform, CAD product architecture, system level designs, DFM/DFA, DFMEA, risk mitigations, COGS to product safety

Strong experience and troubleshooting skills of hydraulic systems and Fluid Power systems.

Good understanding of drive line and drive train system

Solid understanding of stress analysis (classical methods and FEA), bolted joints, welded structures, fatigue analysis, bending moment & shear force analysis.

Very high degree of accountability to commitments and the business objectives

Ability to communicate both written and orally with all levels of employees and outside representatives. Must have excellent interpersonal skills.

Proficient in SolidWorks, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other software/applications.

Must be able to anticipate issues by understanding risks and risk mitigation

Solid decision-making skills

Must be able to prioritize team's success over personal gain

Must perform under little or no supervision in a timely manner and with acceptable quality.

Ability to mentor more junior engineers and designers/drafters

Software skills required: Solid works and PDM Vault

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering