Location: Aurora,IL, USA
Be part of a team that applies its expertise and knowledge to mechanical projects, finding innovative, cost-effective means to improve techniques, procedures, and products and technologies. You will design products to meet customer needs, product quality, manufacturability, new product development, prototype builds, testing, and may serve a project manager role for smaller development projects. You will develop the product designs necessary to drive product improvement and will be integral in securing present and future business by consistently meeting or exceeding Voice of Customer requirements. Solve complex problems where analysis of a situation is required in order to meet the requirements of the customer. Serve as the technical lead role for product lines or new development projects. Work with Sales and Customers to ensure designs meet customer expectations.JOB DUTIES:* Lead the design and development of smoke sensor enclosures, ensuring optimal performance in detecting smoke particles and minimizing false alarms.* Collaborate with electronics engineers to integrate sensor components into the mechanical design, optimizing placement and alignment for maximum sensitivity and reliability.* Design and prototype sensor enclosures using CAD software, considering factors such as material selection, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.* DFMEA* Performance Requirements Documentation* Tolerance Stack Analyses* Conduct testing and validation of sensor enclosures and airflow systems, analyzing performance metrics and addressing any issues or deficiencies through iterative refinement and optimization.* Drive innovation in smoke sensor technology through research, experimentation, and evaluation of emerging technologies and industry trends.WE VALUE:* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.* 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on New Product Development.* Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, or Creo for 3D modeling and design.* Proficiency in 2D drawings, critical-to-function dimensions, and tolerance stacks.* Experience with enclosure designs and manufacturability techniques for mechanical components in confined spaces.* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and optimize performance for efficiency and reliability.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.