Mechanical Engineer
Company: Realityworks
Location: Eau Claire
Posted on: June 23, 2022
Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY:The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for
researching, designing, developing, and building mechanical devices
and systems to deliver new products. The Mechanical Engineer will
work with marketing and end-users to fully understand customer
requirements, then design and prototype product concepts using a
variety of digital and rapid physical prototyping techniques. They
will work with cross-functional teams to refine and ultimately
deliver a manufacturable final product. They are expected to be
hands-on with prototyping, but also guide technicians and interns
as well. This position will work onsite at our office in Eau
Claire, WI.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develops mechanical (including electromechanical and
biomechanical) prototypes of new product ideas using modeling
techniques, rubber molds, CNC mills, lathes, saws, and other
tools
- Participates in product ideation through brainstorming
sessions, review of concepts, and interaction with cross-functional
teams
- Creates written descriptions of new product ideas including how
they look, work, and are manufactured
- Creates 3D and 2D CAD model sketches and physical prototypes as
needed to convey new ideas
- Assists in specifying off-the-shelf components and creating
specifications for custom parts
- Develops test plans to prove new products or improvements
- Assists manufacturing team with design and process
revisions
- Maintains project documentation and tracks time on project
tasks
- Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine
whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or
standards
- Provides team leadership and training to Engineering
Technicians and Interns as needed
- Performs other additional duties as assigned or
requiredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science
and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques,
procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various
goods and services
- Ability to design mechanical systems that mimic biological
forms and functions for educational trainers and products
- Knowledge of silicon and urethane tooling and parts, and
ability to work with them
- Ability to use power tools competently in a safe and
professional manner
- Knowledge of CNC cutting tools; able to generate necessary code
for CNC milling and laser cutting on various software
platforms
- Knowledge of CAD systems including SolidWorks and Autodesk
Suite to create 2D drawing and 3D models of parts and
assemblies
- Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus,
statistics, and their applications
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality
control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective
manufacture and distribution of goods
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and
weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to
problems
- Ability to identify possible failure modes and assess risks and
solutionsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical
Engineering, or related field
- 3-5 years of relevant engineering experience
- Knowledge of 3D and 2D CAD systems
- Familiarity with engineering tools and test equipment
- Experience using machine shop tools: table saw, belt sander,
power hand tools, CNC cutting tools
- Hands-on experience repairing/maintaining/building mechanical
systems
- Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
Outlook
- Occasional lifting and/or moving objects up to 45 pounds, with
assistanceBENEFITS:Realityworks values our employees and provides a
generous benefits package, including:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- 20+ days paid time off
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Wellness programs including gym reimbursements and incentives
to promote healthy living
- Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Tuition assistance
- Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave
- Charitable giving opportunities, including paid volunteer time
and matching gifts
ABOUT REALITYWORKS, INC.:
Realityworks is a 100% employee-owned company. We develop
interactive, educational products that change lives. Our products
and curricula are used in career & technical education, family &
consumer sciences, health occupations, business education, welding
instruction, social services, public health, the military, and
more. Our experiential learning technology has been used around the
world, improving and enhancing social, emotional, and physical
health. For more information, visit www.realityworks.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation
and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected
veteran status. Realityworks, Inc. is a tobacco-free
environment.
Keywords: Realityworks, Eau Claire , Mechanical Engineer, Engineering , Eau Claire, Wisconsin
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