A global leader in power management, providing energy-efficient solutions for various industries.
The Lead Mechanical Engineer will provide technical design, analysis, and guidance for new product development and improvements, make system and component design decisions, and guide cross‑functional IPT technical decisions. They will lead problem‑solving efforts across design, inspection, manufacturing, and testing, and manage multiple simultaneous projects, establishing and overseeing objectives, budgets, and schedules.
The engineer will serve as the primary technical liaison between Mechanical Engineering and internal/external customers, create and review engineering drawings, test procedures, reports, and design review material, and present findings to customers and management. They will ensure product standardization, support continuous improvement, and lead RCCA investigations and failure analyses.
We are looking for a positive, creative, self‑starter to fill our Lead Mechanical Engineering role. The position operates in a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement, teamwork, cooperation, respect, and integrity. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication, technical writing, presentation, and leadership skills, with a visible customer presence. The role requires multitasking and prioritizing in a rapidly changing environment.
Candidates must hold a BS in Engineering or Industrial Technology, have at least five years of manufacturing engineering experience and two years leading teams or projects, and reside within 70 mi of Davenport, IA (with certain exemptions). The role requires U.S. person status for export‑controlled information and experience with DFM, SPC, GD&T, PFMEA, RCCA, design of experiments, KPI goals, union environments, various standards (AS9100, ISO9100, etc.), ERP/MRP systems, and CAD/CNC/PLC tools.