Mechanical Project Engineer

Makino Inc. • Mason, OH • 22h ago

As part of the Project Engineering group, the Mechanical Project Engineer reports to the Project Mechanical Engineering Team Leader. The Mechanical Project Engineer executes the assigned Mechanical Engineering tasks supporting the implementation of automated machining systems, integrating Makino machining centers with part delivery systems and other ancillary equipment supporting the machining process. The Mechanical Project Engineer is able to execute the assigned tasks without much involvement with the group's leadership. The automated systems utilize various automation products including 6-axis robots (fixed pedestal, floortrack mount, and toploader), vision systems, marking systems, conveyors, etc. to automate the flow of material through Makino machining cells.

The Mechanical Project Engineer is assigned projects with responsibilities including research, development, design, documentation, and troubleshooting of automated systems. The Mechanical Project Engineer must be able to communicate (both written and verbal) and work in a team with other engineers within the Project Engineering group as well as other Makino engineering groups, external resources, and customers to provide successful execution and completion of each project.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Design automation equipment, including, but not limited to, end-of-arm tooling, part stands, fencing, robot dress outs, pneumatic control systems, system layouts, and safety devices.

Perform robot reach studies to confirm placement of machines and equipment for system layout.

Complete mechanical analysis including: dimensional tolerance stack up analysis, basic understanding to calculate stress, deflection, and moments.

Ensure completed designs are functional, cost-effective, meet customer specifications, and comply to safety regulations.

Support fabrication and assembly of projects as required while being responsible for quality, detail, and clarity of prints.

Keep abreast of new automation products and developments affecting the organization for recommending changes in emphasis new design projects warranted by such developments.

Work closely with internal groups and vendors as needed from project inception to final customer acceptance and sign-off.

Generate complete design packages including 3D part models, approval drawings, bill of materials, recommended spare parts list, system layouts, and other associated project documentation following MAP procedures.

Provide guidance to Automation Support Engineers for the assembly of mechanical designs.

Effectively communicates problems/issues with other engineers within the Project Engineering group and 3rd party/contract engineering resources to collaborate on solutions to ensure all technical issues are resolved in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Troubleshoot technical issues reported from the field and provide robust solutions.

Participate in risk assessments of automation equipment.

Collaborate with contractors and other engineers assigned to projects.

Visit suppliers and customers as required to check on the progress and resolve issues with the manufacture of parts and installation of the automated systems.

Participate in Project Meetings regularly scheduled by the Project Manager.

Complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Provide recommendations for improvements to Mechanical Engineering tasks to improve efficiency and/or reduce costs.

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