Mechanical Designer Jobs

The Scharine Group Inc is a leading manufacturer of custom material handling equipment located in Whitewater, Wisconsin. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Mechanical Engineer or CAD Designer to join our team. This is a salaried position that pays $50,000-$80,000/year depending on education and experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist others in determining disposition for non-confirming product.
• Provide bills of materials, routed process information, and other related manufacturing requirements to effectively communicate expectations to shop personnel and purchasing.
• Approve design change requests and update engineering documentation as needed; solicit customer input appropriately.
• Utilize Metalix laser nesting and/or bend software to facilitate shop floor manufacturing processes.
• Review designs and make recommendations to best satisfy the customer’s function and company’s manufacturability, while maximizing the company’s competitive position.
• Participate in new product development.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
• Utilize SolidWorks as the primary design software to perform applicable drafting work in the department; improve skills through training.
• Lead project management activities as directed; communicate with customers concerning project details.
• Prepare 3D concept drawings, prototype drawings, and production drawings for projects.
• Maintain standards by insuring timely and accurate processing of engineering documentation that is compliant with appropriate practices; maintain system of engineering records retention.
• Authorize release of project documentation (shop packet) to shop.
• Assist in the creation of cost estimates to prescribed methods and procedure for Division products and services when necessary.
• Research equipment, methods, systems etc. and make recommendations to improve productivity, engineering, quality, and safety.
• Provide engineering counsel to others as necessary to evaluate processes, interpret drawings and build requirements, support quality standards, direct tool/jig requirements, maintain safety, etc.
• Lead and reinforce quality expectations within documented procedures; establish and convey inspection criteria for projects to shop personnel per prescribed methods.
• Participate in project cost reviews.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in SolidWorks and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, manuals, drawings, procedures, or other instruction furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists; presents written and oral communication skills; ability to operate a computer, calculator, and a variety of other general office equipment;
• Can calculate figures and amounts with ease; able to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or minimum 5 years mechanical design or related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the Division Manager.

The Scharine Group Inc is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for construction and estimating, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

You should be proficient in:

• Product Design Experience
• Blueprint Reading
• Analysis Programs
• Basic Computer Skills
• CAD Software
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Shop Math Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Process Development
• Microsoft Excel

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CAD Software (Solidworks)

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