Mechanical Project Engineer
Farmington Hills, MI 48335 US
Job Description
Produce mechanical and process concepts for Automation projects. Responsible for supporting sales and operations teams by creating feasible, balanced and valid solutions to customers automation problems. They are responsible for understanding RFQ/RFI scope, timing, budget and best practice in mechanical design.
Main Tasks / Responsibilities
1) Devise solutions and new approaches to problems presented by customers by developing engineering concepts and presentations
2) Apply knowledge of process design to all projects to ensure process is balanced
3) May meet with client to define or develop project scope and present proposed solutions
4) May write portions of or all the specifications
5) Assist in or prepare total cost estimates for proposals
6) Keeps current on new technology, new design methods and ideas
7) Understand RFI/RFQ requirements and when to apply FEA
8) Understand ergonomic needs and devise solutions that will meet standard ergo requirements
9) Understand schedule requirements and ensure design meets project schedule or assists in developing schedule based on proposed solution.
10) Research purchased parts and coordinate with suppliers for accurate application and design
11) Coordinate with internal and external mechanical design teams for concept design during quoting phases and process/job turnover
12) Apply knowledge of safety and quality in all designs and assures design meets safety requirements
13) Develop cost effective, standardized designs utilizing lessons learned from prior projects
14) Produce mechanical drawings and designs
15) Eliminate part defect and errors utilizing latest error proofing concepts
Education, Training and Experience
1) Bachelor' s Degree (B.S.M.E.) from four-year College or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2) Minimum 5 years' experience in machine design, process design, or machine cost estimation.
3) Industrial engineering experience a plus
4) Computer Skills (AutoCAD, Solid works, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
5) Effective Verbal and Written Communication Skills
About Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS)
ITS is an international recruiting and staffing firm specializing in Engineering, Technical and Professional positions. Founded in 1984 as a subsidiary of an engineering firm, ITS continues to remain a strategic partner for the job seeker.
Our clients include some of the largest and most respected architectural, engineering, and manufacturing companies in business today. Our ability to offer a wide range of services, and the flexibility to adjust to the changing needs of our clients, has allowed us to maintain a solid reputation for several decades.
Meet Your Recruiter
Caro Oliva
Senior Recruiter - Mexico
Caro joined ITS in 2016 when ITS opened its first international office in Leon, Mexico. Caro has over 25 years working in Human Resources as a business partner, human resource representative, and human resource manager. Caro has spent the last five years directly working in an RPO as a staffing consultant and recruiter.