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Bellows Systems, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented mid-level Mechanical Designer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and maintaining detailed engineering drawings and 3D models for precision metal bellows, expansion joints, and related assemblies used in demanding industrial and aerospace applications.

This role requires strong CAD skills, a solid understanding of engineering drawing standards, and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering and manufacturing teams to develop practical, manufacturable designs.

Bellows Systems, Inc. is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to create and develop products that meets and exceeds customer requirements. Mechanical Engineer is responsible for design and development of bellows, expansion joints, exhaust systems and related tooling and fixtures per required design standards and company requirements.

A successful Mechanical Engineer should have excellent problem-solving skills to design and develop products for manufacturability while adhering to all customer requirements.

• Design Expansion joints per customer and EJMA (Expansion Joints Manufacturers Association) requirements, ASME BPVC Section VIII, ASME B31.3.
• Provide technical assistance to the sales team to estimate cost of complex parts and special designs.
• Work with Business Development on new product development and development of production tooling and fixtures as needed for production.
• Establish work instructions and manufacturing processes.
• Initiate, review, and approve engineering changes.
• Review and support manufacturing process engineers with workflow documents including routers, inspection requirements, fabrication drawings, etc.
• Routinely review production lots for adherence to established techniques and to ensure the repeatability of approved process.
• Review Product Structure, Assembly Drawings, and BOM’s to meet the requirements for Quality, In-House Production, and Contract Manufacturing.
• Perform analysis of new and existing parts based on customer requirements including vibrational, thermal and fatigue.
• Perform a step-by-step Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) approach to identify possible product failures during development of new products with an eye toward the manufacturing and assembly process, and product quality.
• Confirms product performance by designing and conducting tests.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar degree.
• Proficient with CAD modelling and drafting software like Autodesk Inventor or other 3D CAD software.

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards including AWS D17.1, AWSD1.1, ASME Section VIII, Section IX, EJMA standard.
• Experience with design and analysis of weld joints and weld specifications.
• Working knowledge and experience with CAE tools – Abacus finite element analysis (FEA), tooling simulations, vibration analysis.
• Ability and willingness to take initiative, and work without direct supervision.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of personnel at all levels inside and outside of the facility
• Should be able to work overtime when necessary to meet operation objectives
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
• Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to fabrication and manufacturing facilities

Bellows Systems Inc. (BSI) offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation with healthcare benefits.

Benefits:

• Enrollment in BSI’s Medical and Dental insurance plan.
• Eligibility for Paid Time Off (PTO).

BSI will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Demonstrated application knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Minimum two (2) years of experience using Autodesk Inventor. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to interpret engineering specifications, drawings, and technical documents. Effective written and verbal communication skills.