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Dynamic Manufacturing, Inc. is searching for a Mechanical Engineer to join our growing team! The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining fixtures and testers used in the testing of components and sub-assemblies within the automotive industry. The candidate must demonstrate an advanced understanding of mechanical concepts, including pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and have practical working experience in creating drawings, designing, managing, and implementing projects.

**At Dynamic Manufacturing, we offer: **

• An Engaging Work Environment
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Pay (we pay weekly!)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package & 401(k) Match
• Generous Paid Time Off, and more!

• Estimate cost and level of effort for:- New product launch

  • Continuous Improvement projects
  • New product launches within an existing product line

• Interface with customer engineers and visit customer locations as needed

• Manage launches for new product lines

• Manage several projects spanning multiple departments

• Mentor less experienced Engineers

• Serve as technical lead for a team of Engineers and Associate Engineers

• Interface and collaborate with Controls and Instrumentation Engineers, Software Controls Engineers, Product Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, and Calibration Technicians

• Design, implement and maintain:- Advanced industrial equipment such as testing fixtures for automotive components

  • Advanced component testers for various automotive parts
  • Pneumatic and hydraulic presses and testers, including fixturing and control
  • Collaborative or industrial Robotics Projects
  • Automation projects
  • Control and testing for hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Motion control projects
  • Pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical safety designs
  • The creation of standards and architectures for:- Electrical and mechanical designs
    • Pneumatic and Hydraulic designs
    • Project management documentation
    • Preventative and/or Predictive maintenance documents

• Advise on the status of equipment to determine necessary repairs, redesigns, or rebuilds

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or advanced Engineering degree or equivalent experience (8-11 years)

• Practical experience and demonstrated knowledge of the following skills:- Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Proficiency in software like Inventor, AutoCAD, Solidworks and CATIA for creating detailed 2D drawings and 3D models, and GD&T

  • 3D assembly simulation
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA): Expertise in using FEA tools to analyze and optimize designs
  • Product Lifecycle Management (PLM): Experience with PLM systems to manage the lifecycle of a product from inception to servicing to replacement
  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Knowledge of DFM principles to ensure designs are easy and cost-effective to manufacture
  • Material Selection: Understanding of various engineering materials, including metals and plastics, and their applications
  • Prototyping: Ability to create and test prototypes to validate design concepts
  • Mechanical Systems Knowledge: In-depth understanding of mechanical systems and components
  • Structural Analysis: Capability to perform structural analysis to ensure the integrity, agronomy, and safety of designs
  • Hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical concepts
  • Automation and robotic cell design

• Ability to understand regular operation of equipment with minimal documentation

• Strong communication skills, Lean and continuous improvement mindset

• Organized, skilled in project management, technical writing, and thorough in documenting work

• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills

WHY CHOOSE DYNAMIC?

Dynamic Manufacturing is a family owned and operated organization formed in 1955 by John Partipilo. Our organization specializes in the manufacture of automotive, off-road, industrial and racing powertrain products. This includes Torque Converters, Transmissions (Automatic, Manual, Hybrid models) and Transfer Case Assemblies.

Our organization started with a single retail facility and a dream. Today, we serve the aftermarket and several OE customers. Our operations consist of almost a million square feet of floor space and 1,000+ extremely talented employees encompassing turnkey operations from engineering, total machining operations, through assembly and dynamometer testing.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Design & Engineering