Job Position: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Durham NC 27703
Duration: 12 months
Workdays/hours: Mon - Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer who will be responsible for various aspects of the design, development, test, and manufacturing of our pharmacy automation equipment. The focus of this role will be to maintain a product design that supports the Product Operations group and ensures consistent part sourcing at an acceptable cost point. This position may require the individual to participate in both new product development, as well as, sustaining activities with manufacturing teams, for our existing product fleet. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, communication, and a willingness to work in a collaborative team environment are skills that will support a high level of success in this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with procurement team to identify replacement components which have gone end of life or have drastically increased in part costing. Update and release design files to accommodate the new components.
- Design sheet metal, plastic, and machined parts and assemblies for use in automation equipment.
- Analyze and test the design of parts and assemblies to ensure that they meet design specifications, cost goals, and manufacturability requirements.
- Contribute to a multidisciplinary research and development team to conceptualize innovative new systems related to pharmaceutical automation.
- Work closely with in-house engineers and technicians, plus outside vendors, to develop cost-effective mechanical prototypes that also support electrical and software subsystems.
- Document part and system designs for sourcing, inspection, and internal use.
Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering
- 2+ years of related work experience.
- Previous classroom and/or work experience with solid modeling and analysis tools, SolidWorks experience preferred.
- Excellent analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work across a variety of departments.
- Multi-tasking and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Work environment and physical demands:
- The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the company), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
- Work will primarily be in an office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
- Work will be primarily working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion.
- Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 5 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally.
- Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.