Primary Role
Working under general direction, the Design Engineer employs mechanical-engineering principles and analysis techniques to develop components, assemblies and mechanical functionalities for industrial floor-care equipment. The role also involves selecting components and defining appropriate test methods to evaluate the performance and reliability of prototypes and finished products.
Key Responsibilities
Creates parts and system layouts using CAD tools and other computational resources to achieve project objectives.
Partners with vendors and manufacturing staff to ensure parts meet specifications and are designed for efficient assembly.
Contributes to the development of test strategies for parts, assemblies and machines, and interprets test data.
Performs engineering calculations to anticipate how proposed designs will behave and to address design challenges.
Generates and organizes engineering documents during the design process.
Supports assembly lines and technical service teams by providing technical input and assisting with troubleshooting and process improvements.
Collaborates with Product Management and other departments to establish product features, performance targets and project deliverables.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a comparable engineering discipline.
Experience
At least four years of experience in mechanical design and engineering.
Knowledge and Skills
Deep understanding of mechanical design principles.
Familiarity with configuration management and change-control processes.
Strong grasp of manufacturing and assembly operations.
Proficient knowledge of hydraulic systems, including selection, operation and integration with mechanical designs.
Insight into design choices affecting durability, user satisfaction and safety.
Effective planning and organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple tasks.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Comfortable interacting with all levels and functions within the organization.
Computer Proficiency
Expertise with 3D CAD software.
Competence using MS Project, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with enterprise-resource-planning systems such as SAP.
Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools.
Willingness and ability to learn new software applications.
Let’s create a cleaner future together
Cleaning has emerged as a key contributor to health and safety, sparked by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development. Being part of Nilfisk means thinking outside of the box, bringing your inspiring ideas to life, sharing the results, and learning from your setbacks. We believe that diversity is our greatest strength – as we achieve the best results from a wide variety of views and approaches. At Nilfisk, you have the freedom to be yourself and express your opinions. Nilfisk is firmly committed to growth and sustainability in everything we do. You will be empowered in your role as you collaborate with passionate colleagues on a quest to create a cleaner future.
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