Hybrid Mechanical Engineer Machine Design bei Innovative Composite Engineering

Description

About ICE: 

Innovative Composite Engineering specializes in the engineering and fabrication of composite solutions for a diverse customer base including aerospace, industrial, automotive, recreational, and other industries. Founded in 1989, we are located in a recreational paradise in the scenic Columbia River Gorge near Hood River, one hour east of Portland, OR. Our motto is work hard/play hard and we take great pride in the products we produce to support our customers. We engineer cool stuff! 

Primary Purpose of Position:

Work with a dynamic team to design, develop, upgrade and support unique machines and equipment used to fabricate composite parts and assemblies. Apply creativity, experience and rigor to synthesize functional requirements into machine architectures that progress our manufacturing capabilities. 

Essential Functions: 

1. Work with teammates and management to fully understand and meet or exceed customers’ requirements.

2. Develop machine design concepts to meet customer and internal needs and translate them into functional and efficient manufacturing systems.

3. Develop and perform machine system testing to ensure robustness and reliability.

4. Coordinate with vendors and internal machine shop to procure system components on schedule. 

5. Participate in the discovery, evaluation, prioritization and implementation of improvements to machines and processes. 

6. Create and maintain clear and accurate machine documentation: requirements, plans, drawings, solid models, analyses, BOMs, operating instructions and required operator training. 

7. Apply resourceful and hands-on approach with a wide range of fabrication methods, materials and mechanical equipment.

8. Lead, guide or coordinate the efforts of teammates when required. 

9. Perform various other assigned tasks, responsibilities and projects.

Additional Functions:

· Other duties as assigned

· PLC knowledge is preferred; will provide on the job training

Requirements

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Education and Abilities:

· BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering and at least five years of related experience. 

· Proven ability to design, fabricate and commission equipment for industrial applications.

· Experience with control system and programming of control systems (PLCs).

· Able to competently perform engineering calculations based on first principles.

· Can demonstrate exceptional hand sketching and solid modeling skills in Catia or SolidWorks. 

· History of creative design with examples of past innovation on complex machines. 

· Skilled in detail-oriented design including: documenting design intent, analysis, models and drawings

· Possess a deep understanding of reliable and robust machine design principles.

· Experience in composite design, analysis and tooling a plus. 

· Experience with heat transfer and thermodynamics a plus 

Any combination of the experience, education, training, and requirements listed above which provides an

equivalent background to perform the work of this position may be considered by management. 

Working Conditions:

This position includes the ability to perform those activities to complete the essential functions of the job, either with or without reasonable accommodation. The position includes continuous and/or frequent talking, repetitive motions of hand/wrists, hearing, and handling. Mental activities performed by the employee in this position include decision making, interpersonal skills, supervisory skills, teamwork, creativity, customer service, mentoring, use of discretion, presentations/teaching, problem analysis, negotiation, and the ability to perform math and to read, write, speak, and understand English. Physical activities may include standing, walking, stooping, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, bending, crawling, reaching, grasping, fingering, repetitive motions of hands and wrists, sitting, hearing, and lifting/pushing/pulling or carrying objects up to 75 pounds. Work is primarily indoors in a manufacturing facility. 

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skills typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

ICE is an equal opportunity employer. Per ITAR regulations applicants must provide evidence of US Person status by completing a U.S. Export Control Compliance Verification form at reception. US laws and regulations prohibit the unauthorized export of restricted technology to non-US persons. US person includes, US citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee. A US Passport is the most common document used, but not the only type accepted. Once determined, the documentation will be kept on file at ICE. 

ICE does not hire or employ illegal substance users and enforces a substance free workplace. All employees are subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable belief testing throughout employment.