Analysis Skills, Automation, Business Development, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Communication Skills, Customer Satisfaction, Documentation, Engineering Consulting, Environmental Design, Identify Issues, Laboratory Automation, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Development, Product Support, Regulatory Compliance, Schedule Development, Solid Modeling, Specimens/Samples, Testing, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Reno, Nevada
POSTED
30+ days ago
Company Overview:
Hamilton Company is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of manual, semi-automated and robotic products for precision fluid measuring. We specialize in the development, manufacturing and customization of precision measurement devices, automated liquid handling stations, and sample management systems. For more than 60 years, Hamilton has been satisfying customer needs by combining quality materials with skilled workmanship, ensuring the highest level of performance of every precision fluid measuring device we manufacture.
Responsibilities:
Hamilton Company is currently seeking a mechanical engineer II or III for our Custom Solutions mechanical engineering team. Evaluation of position level based on experience compared to requirements listed below. As a member of the team, the hired engineer will work on designing and implementing custom mechanical products and sub-systems for laboratory automation and other equipment. The hired engineer will also provide the team with technical expertise required to generate practical custom solutions and integrations from concept to completion.
Responsibilities
Responsible for planning and performing design development tasks from concept to implementation
Responsible for interpreting requirements as given by Sales and Automation Consulting Engineers (ACEs) and delivering products that satisfy those requirements
Responsible for studying and evaluating disciplinary or interdisciplinary aspects of new product or design concepts, including all necessary functions leading to presentation and recommendation of possible solutions
Plan and direct testing necessary to ensure adequate performance of designs for all stages of design and development or complexity
Responsible for timely completion and adequacy of the assigned development task for performance and compliance with standards
Responsible for the adequate documentation of the performed task including description, specification, testing and implementation
Responsible for the clear presentation of developments or designs at design reviews
Responsible for independently taking control and completing assigned major sections of a new product development effort
Responsible for troubleshooting problems and completing design changes based on investigation
Responsible for solving new, unseen design challenges and releasing standardized products to satisfy common challenges
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Must have demonstrated strong analytical skills
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as required to interface with other departments and company personnel as well as vendors and customers
Must possess great work ethic and ability to work independently
Must be able to actively schedule effort based on highest priority across many ongoing projects at once
Must have 3D CAD and/or solid modeling experience
Prefer ability to inspect parts using applicable measuring devices, micrometers, calipers, scales and rulers, balances, etc.
Prefer general knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and their application
Prefer working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Position requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
Education/Experience:
Level II requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field required
3+ years of experience in the design and development of custom product components
Experience completing design layouts and other presentation material
Experience communicating with vendors and/or customers
Experience creating usable products from design concept to delivery and supporting product during end use
Level III requirements:
Master’s degree and or 6+ years of experience combined with above requirements may qualify for level III
About Hamilton:
Diverse portfolio of exciting and innovative design projects.
Tremendous opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Commitment to sustainable design.
Competitive Compensation.
Excellent Benefit Package (medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, disability insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement and much more).
Solid Stable Company.
Drug free workplace.
EEO - It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age 40 and over, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.