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MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry toimprove efficiencies by optimizingthe balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation. Learn more at .
SummaryThis position will be responsible for designing and analyzing complex mechanical and robotic systems with requirements driven by sound project management practices. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will work to conceptualize, design, rapid prototype, and produce new equipment for the truss manufacturing industry. In this position you will work on robust machinery design that helps customers improve their production output.Job Responsibilities & RequirementsRESPONSIBILITIES:Design, develop, evaluate, and support automated industrial machinery products with focus on New Product Development (NPD) in the Component Manufacturing (CM) and off-site construction industry
Lead team members through the planning, development, and deployment of complex mechanical architectures with a high level of integrated automation
Generate mechanical project execution artifacts of small to large scale deployments (i.e. cost estimates, schedules, resource needs, risks, forecasts, status, etc.)
Carry designs through staged-gating process (i.e. requirements reviews, design reviews, test readiness reviews, verification reviews, etc.)
Conduct troubleshooting and root cause/corrective actions
Design/integrate/test mechanical parts and assemblies using industry best practices
Design/integrate/test industrial pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Design/integrate/test industrial electro-mechanical and robotic systems
Develop/maintain project documentation (i.e.system requirements, engineering drawings, equipment manuals, test plans, project notes, etc.)
Develop and publish new standardized processes and procedures that affect engineering organization
Ensure compliance with MiTek engineering procedures, guidelines, industry standards, and governmental regulations applicable to industrial machinery
Perform engineering analysis/calculations where applicable (including FEA analysis)
Enter new/update existing data in MRP/ERP system
Support Manufacturing, Marketing & Sales, Purchasing, Installation, and Customer Service Organizations throughout a product's lifecycle
Review/stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies
Mentor less experienced Mechanical Engineers and Designers
Some travel required (up to 10% during critical on-site activities)
Other duties as assigned
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
7+ years of related working experience
Strong understanding of strength of materials, statics, & dynamics
Proficiency with SolidWorks, PDM, and AutoCAD Mechanical
Proficiency in machining and welding symbols with experience in GD&T analysis
Proficiency in pneumatic, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience in the utilization of vision systems & robotics
Ability to rapidly diagnose and troubleshoot automated systems
Ability to work individually and as part of a team
Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
Strong planning, organizational, and decision-making skills
Strong communication skills to interact frequently with stake holders
$5,000 Sign On Bonus!
Flexible Paid Time Off - take as much time off as you need!
All Benefits begin on Day 1!
Profit Sharing Plan and Annual Incentive Plan
13 Paid Holidays
401k Plan with Matching Contributions
A variety of Medical, Dental and Vision Plans to choose from
Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Career advancement and training opportunities!
MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.