Curtiss-Wright Corporation · 11 hours ago
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Arlington Heights, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
10+ years expCurtiss-Wright Corporation is seeking a full-time Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for Arens Controls in the Industrial Division. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the design, development, and problem resolution of new automotive shift selector products and their related component technologies and processes for the continuously evolving industrial vehicle market.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Perform on-going conceptual and detailed design, design review and engineering analysis in support of New Product Introduction (NPI) projects
Ensure all objectives regarding aesthetics, functionality, specifications, and manufacturability are met
Oversee the use of appropriate modeling and concept visualization techniques in keeping with data and client evaluations
Participate in customer meetings recommending design approaches and solutions to technical problems affecting the customer and consult on critical issues
Interface directly with customer engineering in the design of new components and assemblies. When appropriate and as requested, work closely with clients to create new math models of products
Support all technical based processes on projects such as: Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (PFMEA) reviews, IATF 16949 and US Government Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)
Prepare, deliver, and release detailed engineering specifications and data regarding product testing, using 3D design and 2D documentation. Support and verify design with tolerance analysis
Analyze final design with various plastics and metals for stress using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to ensure product meets customer specifications, making design modifications when appropriate
Coordinate with the Manufacturing and Quality Departments to resolve assembly, design, and measurement/ specification issues
Assist the lab in running tests to validate product design
Ensure that engineering support of new products meets quality, governmental and customer specifications and is current with industry best practices, documenting all quality reviews, tests, and prototypes
Be available for occasional travel to support customers and/or suppliers
Qualification
Required
Customer-focus mindset with strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Thorough experience with CAD, preferably with SolidWorks. Competency in surfacing, sheet metal, assembly and drawings required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10-15 years of product development or project leadership experience from concept to realization. Preferred industries of automotive, power tools, or healthcare
Experience with tolerance analysis, GD&T
Experience with stress analysis including FEA
Experience with thermal analysis is preferred
Experience with database management systems such as Agile PLM, Infor CSI, or other ERP systems
Proficiency in Microsoft products: Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, MS Project
Knowledge of Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques in the automobile or commercial vehicle industry, preferred
Prior project management experience is preferred
Knowledge of Quality Systems is preferred (e.g. IATF 16949, ISO9001, AS9100, etc.)
Understanding and knowledge of manufacturing processes including injection molding, sheet metal stamping, prototyping, etc
Experience with designing products with electromechanical packaging including enclosures, switches, displays, light piping, connectors, cables, etc
Experience with dynamic parts including gears, levers, motors, bearings, springs, etc
Understanding of tribology (wear, lubrication, friction, etc.) and selection of materials and plating
Ability to work with physical components, assemblies, and tools in a laboratory setting
Proven track record of product design, assembling prototypes, performing tests, and writing reports
Superior planning and organization skills, ability to operate under pressure and meet deadlines
Highly motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work and interface directly with customers on a consistent basis
Preferred
Experience with thermal analysis is preferred
Knowledge of Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques in the automobile or commercial vehicle industry, preferred
Prior project management experience is preferred
Knowledge of Quality Systems is preferred (e.g. IATF 16949, ISO9001, AS9100, etc.)
Benefits
Paid Time Off
401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
Health and Wellness Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Referral Program
Competitive Pay
Recognition
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Company
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services.
Founded in 1929Davidson, North Carolina, USA
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2012-04-02Acquired
1929-08-22IPO
Leadership Team
Lynn Bamford
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Glenn Tynan
VP Finance/CFO
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