Job Description
• Assist in the product design and development of mechanical systems and components.
• Participate in and support Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) activities; identify potential design-related failures and risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support the prototyping and structural and thermal testing and analysis of designs to validate functionality and ensure product performance.
• Assist in the planning and execution of Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize product design and testing.
• Analyze testing results and provide input for design modifications based on DFMEA and DOE outcomes.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to streamline production and integrate Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Automation (DFA) principles into the design process.
• Assist in root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts in alignment with APQP principles.
• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to create 3D models and engineering drawings.
• Prepare and maintain accurate engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Assist in the development of product manuals and technical reports, integrating DFMEA insights.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, industry standards, and quality requirements in design work.
• Stay informed about industry best practices, especially in DFMEA, APQP, DOE, DFM, and emerging technologies.
• Engage in training and development programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams (manufacturing, research and development, and quality assurance) throughout the design process.
Hard SkillsSolidworks3D DesignDFMEAWork Environment
Majority will be inside an office environment but individuals will be required to be able to walk around the facility and manufacturing FL
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