Description

Job Description
Under the supervision of the Engineering Manager, the role involves contributing to the
development of innovative products and tools that support the company's strategic goals.
Responsibilities include assisting in product and tool testing to ensure compliance with relevant
standards such as NFPA, EN, ASTM, and ISO 9001:2015. The position also supports the
maintenance and continuous improvement of existing product lines. Additional duties may be
assigned as needed to support departmental and organizational objectives.
Duties and responsibilities
Develop effective project plans to include engineering milestones, tasks, tollgates, and
well-defined timelines.
Conduct engineering analysis including initial and ongoing design reviews, FEA,
material selection, and tolerance studies.
Identify process deficiencies and develop solutions to improve those deficiencies.
Submit a scope of work for each project that includes budgetary numbers and the goal of
each project.
Create, maintain, and review detailed engineering documentation including CAD models,
drawings, BOMs, and test reports.
Develop an accurate accounting of all engineering hours required for various types of
internal projects.
Lead prototyping, testing; and evaluations of theoretical designs.
Drive anthropology style analysis, critical thought, design, and project execution.
Ensure products can be made reliably and will perform consistently in specified operating
conditions and environments.
Use research, analytical, conceptual, and planning skills, particularly mathematical
modeling and computer-aided design.
Serve as a mentor of an engineering team.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and Lean manufacturing principles.
Stay current with industry standards, safety regulations, and emerging technologies.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
BS in mechanical engineering or similar engineering degree.
5+ years of permanent engineering experience.
Familiarity with polymers, plastics processing, injection, and compression molding.
Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
Adequate knowledge of engineering analysis tools (SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS,
Creo Simulate, or similar).
Mathematical computing and analysis tools knowledge (MATLAB, Excel, LabVIEW etc.).

Creativity and analytical skills.
Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and the ability to provide updates to upper
management.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites.
Accurate and attentive to detail with excellent documentation skills.
Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach to meet deadlines.
The ability to work independently and meet goals autonomously.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications
Master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
Experience in helmet or firefighting equipment design.
Proven working experience in mechanical engineering.
Licensed Professional Engineer.
Expertise in injection molded plastic component development.
Hands on experience with computer-aided engineering (CAE) and computer-aided
manufacturing (CAM).
Meticulous attention to detail.
High level of integrity and professionalism.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Experience leading a team.
Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing (Five principles, deadly wastes, 5S).