Engineer Product I - Mechanical Systems (CA)Major PurposePerforms basic product design, testing and/or analysis work for a defined portion of a project. Operates in a team environment, providing input to design solutions and participating in design reviews. Develops recommendations within established guidelines; work and decisions are reviewed by supervisors before implementation.Major Duties? Produces and/or evaluates possible design solutions to improve cost, quality and performance based on specialized knowledge of engineering applications. This may include possible involvement of other functional engineers, supply management and/or supplier personnel.? Compiles and furnishes necessary information (engineering decisions and reports of pertinent design analyses data) to document the design solution required for building of prototypes and adoption of the design with possible involvement of other functional engineers, supply management and/or supplier personnel.? Applies existing applications to routine problems.? Analyzes assignments and determines engineering specifications which must be fulfilled for routine problems or projects.? Learns and applies company engineering policies and practices; learns company products.? Executes test or analysis plan for product verification and validation.Skills, Abilities, Knowledge? Skill in using computer aided design and/or engineering tools.? Skill in using company information systems and processes.? Understanding of engineering principles as they relate to the company product? Fundamental understanding of machine forms relevant to the specific job assignment and Company division/unit. Knowledge/familiarity with machines manufactured by competitors.? Knowledge of the Enterprise Product Delivery Process (EPDP), Enterprise Technology Development process (ETDP) and/or Enterprise Customer Acquisition Process (ECAP).Education? Degree in an Engineering/Technology discipline or equivalent experience. - University Degree (4 years or equivalent)? Degree in a Science discipline or equivalent experience. - University Degree (4 years or equivalent)? Degree in an Agricultural Sciences discipline or equivalent experience. - University Degree (4 years or equivalent)Work Experience? Engineering experience. (1 - 3 years)? Technical experience relating to design/diagnostics of mechanical/electrical/hydraulic systems. (1 - 3 years)? Product engineering experience. (Less than 1 year)? Experience with engineering tools, systems and databases. (1 - 3 years)? Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) systems. (Less than 1 year)
Position Title: Product Engineer
Specific Position Requirements: Visa sponsorship is not available, now or in the near future, for this position.
1st shift 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM OT hours will be required if requested by Deere.
Metatarsal safety boots are required on their first day.
Responsibilities
As a (Product Engineer) for (***) located in (Fuquay-Varina, NC), you will....
" Develop and implement design solutions to improve cost, quality and performance of existing products
" Manage the implementation of multiple moderate scope projects on a common timeline tied to a pre-determined implementation date
" Identify the root cause of identified issues and develop corrective actions to resolve them
" Collaborate within a cross functional ream to provide engineering support
" What Skills You Need (Required skills/experiences)
" Proficient in 3D CAD, other engineering tools & systems (Creo, Windchill, SAP, ANSYS, etc.)
" Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, structural, and powertrain systems and the ability to troubleshoot them
" Excellent written & verbal communication skills
" Working knowledge of technical drawings and GD&T
" Experience taking designs from ideas to fully implemented into production
" Experience performing engineering calculations and data analysis
" Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Agricultural or Electrical Engineering
What Makes You Stand Out (Desired skills/experiences)
" Advanced engineering degree
" Experience with commercial mowing products or parallel industries
" Experience with gasoline and diesel engines and engine systems
" Experience with design for manufacturing techniques
" Knowledge of systems engineering and or six sigma methodologies
Travel
" Minimal travel (?10%)
EEO:
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.