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Harvey Nash

Mechanical Design Engineer

Harvey Nash, Decatur, Illinois, United States, 62523

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Base pay range $29.00/hr - $31.00/hr

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Summary: The main function of a mechanical engineer is to research and investigate the design, functionality and maintenance of mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes. A typical mechanical engineer has the ability to make engineering drawings, and read and interpret blueprints.

Job Responsibilities

Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanical devices.

Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals to determine time and cost feasibility to complete projects.

Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendations to maintenance crew.

Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using tools, equipment or software.

Skills

Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.

Team player and detail oriented.

Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and common computations.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawing, schematics and computer-generated reports.

Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering field, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD).

Education & Experience

1-4 years experience required.

Position’s Contributions to Work Group Large Mining Trucks and Off-Highway Truck Engine/Power Installation and Cooling Team. Our team designs systems that integrate engine and cooling interfaces into our machine platforms.

Reason for Request Backfill

Client “Whether it be ground-breaking products, best in class solutions or a lifelong career, you can build what matters to you at Client. With 150 locations in countries around the world, what you create at Client travels and helps people around the world. You can collaborate with the best minds in the industry, complete meaningful work and continuously grow and develop through our various opportunities. Here, you can do the work that matters.”

This Role We’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer within the Engine Installation and Cooling team supporting Large Mining Trucks and Off-Highway Trucks.

Typical Task Breakdown

Upon receipt of project, determine scope and necessary actions.

Perform Creo 3D modeling and change notification process.

Collaborate with other system teams for space claim as needed.

Collaborate with operations to “Go, See, Act” for factory related issues.

Review field history and implement lessons learned.

Coordinate updates to drawings and engineering notices.

Work with cross-functional teams to schedule production implementation.

Interaction with Team

Based in Decatur, IL with a local on-site team of 5-6 with interaction of extended team members in Arizona and India.

Collaboration with other system teams (Electrical, Light Structures, etc.) and the Large Mining Truck Product Group.

Collaborate with operations from factory assemblers and operations, quality engineers, and manufacturing engineers.

Collaborate with suppliers to understand process limitations and improvements.

Team Structure

Work director may be located between Decatur and Tucson.

Team is split between Tucson, AZ and Decatur, IL.

Work Environment Primarily office and factory environments with potential visits to suppliers and Proving Ground facility as necessary.

Education & Experience Required

Years of experience: 1-4 years.

Degree requirement: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology required.

Internships acceptable.

Comparable background: Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Quality Engineer, Validation Engineer.

Top 3 Skills

Mechanical aptitude.

Delivering results while working multiple projects.

Working within diverse skilled workforce.

Additional Technical Skills (Required)

Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics required.

Knowledge of engineering processes, drawing standards and specifications required.

Proficiency in Creo (Pro/E) modeling and simulation tools (or equivalent).

Knowledge and experience with problem solving – determining root cause, troubleshooting, concept generation, etc.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross functional teams and deliver proven, high-quality, cost-effective designs within committed timelines.

Mechanical aptitude with ability to develop product concepts.

Proficiency in TeamCenter or equivalent software (release workflow tool).

Ability to perform Creo Simulate analysis (or equivalent).

Soft Skills (Required)

Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem-solving ability.

Presentation experiences – ability to create & present stakeholder updates.

Team player and detail oriented.

Ability to work independently and manage one’s time efficiently.

Seniority Level Mid-Senior level

Employment Type Contract

Job Function Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing

Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Benefits Medical insurance; 401(k)

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