Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Overview

Lead mechanical design engineer for custom power distribution projects.

Key Responsibilities

• 3d modeling
• design review
• bom management
• workflow automation
• technical support
• documentation

Tasks

-Develop project-specific designs that balance technical requirements, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. -Drive workflow templating and automation initiatives to increase project throughput and reduce errors. -Identify and address discrepancies in BOMs promptly to minimize delays and errors during production. -Provide constructive feedback during peer reviews to improve the team's technical output. -Facilitate communication and collaboration across multiple engineering and manufacturing sites to align expectations and processes. -Performing advanced 3D modeling and creating detailed 2D drawings, including client coordination drawings and fabrication documentation. -Reviewing designs to maintain accuracy, quality, and compliance with industry guidelines, such as IEEE/ANSI C37.20 and UL 891/1558. -Designing and customizing mechanical solutions to meet client-specific requirements, focusing on manufacturability and compliance with industry and internal standards. -Assist in training junior team members in best practices for 3D SolidWorks modeling, 2D AutoCAD drafting, and compliance with design standards. -Conducting peer reviews of designs to ensure high-quality deliverables and compliance with engineering standards. -Partner with the other engineering leaders, manufacturing engineers, and fabrication teams to refine designs for manufacturability. -Mentoring and providing guidance to junior engineers and designers, fostering skill development within the team. -Providing technical support during manufacturing and installation phases to ensure seamless execution. -Prepare high-quality documentation, including fabrication-level drawings and assembly instructions. -Assisting in identifying and addressing project challenges, ensuring alignment with timelines and client expectations. -Collaborating with clients, project managers, and internal teams to ensure designs are aligned with project goals and timelines. -Act as a point of contact for technical inquiries during fabrication and installation.

Requirements

• bsme
• solidworks
• autocad
• fea
• sheet metal
• pe license

What You Bring

-BSME or equivalent required, MSME is preferred -Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. -Experience mentoring and guiding junior engineers preferred. -Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred. -Proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Pro E; Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience is a plus. -Proficiency in sheet metal design, including manufacturability and cost optimization. -Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams. -Familiarity with low voltage and medium voltage switchgear, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred. -Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. -Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred -Knowledge of IEEE/ANSI C37.20, UL891/1558 design guidelines and NFPA70E are desirable. -5-7+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in DTO or custom engineering.

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About Industrial Electric Mfg. (Iem)

-Early adoption of CAD/CAM fabrication in 1979. -Supplies electrical distribution and switchgear to tech giants like HP and Apple. -Subsidiary IEM Power Systems offers turnkey power solutions worldwide.

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