Mechanical Engineer

Summary

Join Designed Conveyor Systems (DCS) as a Mechanical Engineer, specializing in Distribution and Fulfillment. You will leverage your engineering expertise to detail material handling systems, creating comprehensive drawing sets for various stakeholders. Responsibilities include reviewing customer specifications, collaborating with customers and suppliers, producing detailed drawings and bills of materials, and verifying calculations. This role requires a BS in a technical discipline, 4-6 years of relevant experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and excellent communication skills. DCS offers a family-like culture, competitive salaries and health benefits, a 401k program, profit-sharing, flexible PTO, and opportunities for community involvement.

Requirements

• Have a BS in a technical discipline (ME, EE, other engineering/CAD)
• Have 4-6 years of experience with projects in the distribution and fulfillment space
• Have a solid knowledge of drafting & design standards
• Be proficient in AutoCAD & and have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Be flexible and able to transition between several projects
• Possess excellent written communication skills
• Understand that the details make the big picture work, and like working in the details
• Be more excited about the success of your team than your own personal success

Responsibilities

• Review and apply customer specifications to design
• Review architectural and other drawings against conveyance design to check for interferences and ensure clearance requirements are met
• Participate in firm engineering meetings with the customers and suppliers; may lead technical discussion during these meetings
• Produce detailed mechanical installation drawings
• Create detailed Bills of Material for purchasing equipment
• Create point load drawings when required
• Verify calculations, such as horsepower and throughput
• Work with vendors to review equipment drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with customer requirements
• Produce and/or compile installation details, including supplier installation drawings and manuals, for the field
• Travel to job sites to verify field conditions
• Report drawing status to the Project Engineer as required maintaining the project schedule
• Create and maintain CAD files
• Review and create as-built drawings
• May occasionally design parts or platforms required for material handling system
• Provide other required engineering tasks as necessary

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and health benefits
• 401K program includes a 100% match up to 5%
• Participation in our Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program
• Flexibility and autonomy
• Community outreach projects throughout the year