Mechanical Engineer, Senior
Job Description
- Oversee the conceptual engineering, design, and detailing of advanced automated assembly stations.
- Create comprehensive mechanical design deliverables, including assembly drawings, bills of material, detailed drawings, station descriptions, and I/O designations.
- Actively participate in internal and customer reviews as required.
- Calculate and document station cycle times to ensure efficiency.
- Provide design-related information to support the machine build process during purchasing, manufacturing, assembly, and debugging phases.
- Self-manage tasks while assisting team members by:
- Maintaining awareness of scheduling and budgetary requirements.
- Reviewing design input information such as technical specifications, costs, schedules, and customer parts.
- Collaborating with Project Engineers to review technical and budgetary details.
- Preparing test plans and conducting risk analyses.
- Managing vendor communications and requests for quotations.
- Supporting Project Engineers with project-level responsibilities.
- Execute critical design tasks for test systems when necessary.
- Update and refine documentation to aid in the creation of machine manuals.
- Support Applications Engineering and Sales during the development of quotations and technical specifications.
- Assist in the creation and improvement of mechanical design standards.
- Work with Customer Service to provide support for Field Engineering tasks when needed.
- Contribute to projects driven by Project Engineers or Engineering Management to align with organizational objectives.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in automation design.
- Expertise in automation design with an emphasis on mechanical systems, sensor specification, and control systems.
- Proficient in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) and Microsoft Office applications.
- Understanding of MRP system processes.
- Ability to perform advanced mechanical engineering computations and tolerance stack-up analyses.
- In-depth knowledge of ISO procedures applicable to both department and company operations.
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Meet Your Recruiter
Ric Delgado
Lead Technical Recruiter
Ric Delgado is a seasoned Principal Recruiter primarily focusing on the Automation Division at Sterling. With a distinguished tenure of over five years at Sterling and an impressive career spanning more than a decade in the recruiting field, Ric is a respected and accomplished professional in talent acquisition.
As a Principal Recruiter, Ric draws upon his extensive experience to excel in the Automation Division. His in-depth understanding of this dynamic industry enables him to connect talented individuals with exciting and fulfilling job opportunities expertly. Ric plays a pivotal role in helping candidates find new positions, advance in their careers, and achieve their professional goals.
Ric's passion for positively impacting individuals' lives through career advancement is the driving force behind his dedication to recruitment. He takes immense pride in his role as a professional growth and development facilitator, understanding the pivotal role a career change can play in a person's life journey.
He firmly believes in continuously updating one's skills and knowledge to stay competitive in any field. His commitment to personal and professional development not only enhances his own expertise but also positions him as a valuable resource for candidates seeking guidance in their career journeys.