SUMMARY

This position is responsible for performing a wide range of complex mechanical engineering functions related to the design, testing and evaluation of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. This individual will provide project solutions, estimates and designs on complex projects relative to budget, performance and schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES other duties as assigned...

Manages the customer, cost, scope, schedule, resources, invoicing, shipments and process

Conceptualize and Design mechanical automation solutions

Effectively communicate Mechanical Design to other Engineering disciplines

Efficiently identify the feasibility of solving complex manufacturing challenges

JOB DUTIES

ENGINEERING

Supporting Projects - developing detailed mechanical design, supporting mechanical assembly and generating technical documentation

Interprets scope and project requirements and develops design alternatives.

Supporting Engineering Team - training, mentoring and collaboration

Works on complex assignments and exercises judgement and initiative to solve problems and make sound recommendations.

Applies a thorough understanding of technical requirements to develop designs that are in accord with project budget.

Designs and specifies a broad array of components and integrates them into a completed system.

Performs engineering calculations as required to support design work.

Generates complete and accurate project documentation including drawings, specifications and calculations.

Provides technical direction and mentorship to less experienced engineers, technicians and interns.

Improves, develops and maintains engineering standards and criteria.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Engineering Leadership - directing and leading project-based engineering teams

Monitors and maintains project schedule and budget

Understands and follows Concept's project methodology

Coordinates billing and review and approves invoices

SALES SUPPORT

Supporting Sales and Proposals - conceptual mechanical design and estimating

Prepares proposal estimates and completes technical research in a timely manner

Provides technical content as requested at sales meetings

Writes project briefs for larger projects

CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Directs customer interaction and garners an understanding of their needs

Meets with customers during the discovery phase as the technical expert

Maintains existing relationships

Develops and fosters new relationships

Provides prompt and courteous response to service and support issues

OTHER

Mentors new team members

Travels to support project and sales requirements

In-depth understanding and ability to apply engineering concepts, principles and theories

Prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently

Exhibits a high level of professionalism and builds trust both within the organization and with customers

Strong technical writing skills

Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance

Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation

Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers and coworkers and including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure

Respectfully takes direction from manager

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field from a four-year college or university; and over five years of broad-based project management and mechanical project controls experience and over five years of technical experience and mechanical controls; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Job requires specialized computer skills. Must be adept at using various applications including database, spreadsheet, report writing, project management, graphics, word processing, presentation creation/editing, communicate by e-mail and use scheduling software on Microsoft systems and programs. Ability to provide system layout proposal drawings in 2D or 3D models. SolidWorks or ACAD. Ability to navigate automation/control system integration projects across a variety of industries and applications.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

A valid insurable Driver's License is required. A valid passport is required for occasional out of country travel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Project work in the shop and customer start-ups may require moderate physical demands.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and extreme heat (non-weather). The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold (non-weather) and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment may vary depending on start-up and customer site visit environments. Travel to customer sites is required for this position; 20-30% annually.

Concept Systems Inc.

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