Mechanical Engineer III

About Us:

Machine Solutions is the premier provider of advanced equipment and services for the medical device, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-collection industries. We support our customers’ needs and growth by delivering quality and value through a wide breadth of products. Machine Solutions provides proprietary mechanical solutions to a variety of complex process, testing and device design challenges. Our equipment has become the industry standard for stent crimping, balloon catheter pleating and folding, catheter braiding and medical device manufacturing applications. As a pioneer in radio frequency technology, the company has continued to develop advancing technology for thermal forming, molding and welding plastic for medical manufacturing, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-processing applications. Our experienced team of engineers has been instrumental in automating manual processes that enable our customers to increase production volumes and profit margins, and we believe in providing a superior customer experience by designating resources to a dedicated aftermarket team that is always ready to provide technical service and process support. Machine Solutions is privately owned by BW Forsyth Partners, a Barry-Wehmiller company.

BW Forsyth Partners is the investment arm of multibillion-dollar global manufacturing and engineering consulting firm Barry-Wehmiller. Established in 2009, BW Forsyth Partners blends Barry-Wehmiller’s unparalleled legacy of value creation and people-centric culture development with keen investing experience to help companies realize their true potential. With a focus limited to areas known well, BW Forsyth Partners seeks to partner with leadership teams to acquire small- to middle-market companies in the capital and component equipment, and professional services sectors. In each of our operating companies, BW Forsyth Partners deploys operational improvements and strategy development without compromising the autonomy, strategic vision and entrepreneurial spirit of their leadership teams.

Job Description:

POSITION:                           Mechanical Engineer III

DEPARTMENT:                  Engineering                

REPORTS TO:                     Mechanical Engineering Leader

                                   

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Intec Automation Inc. is an established (25+ years of business), small automation company based in Rochester, NH that specializes in the design and build of custom automation equipment.  To support our continued growth, we are looking for an energetic individual to serve as a Mechanical Engineer.  The individual we are seeking must enjoy problem solving, and rarely building the same machine twice.  The company needs a hands-on, assertive individual that is self-motivated, pursuant of personnel development and growth, who is willing to share knowledge and enhance the capabilities of co-workers and the company alike.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

Designs, develops, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. Design parts and assemblies alone or in a team of engineers. Review and complete MCRs (MSI Engineering Change Requests).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designs, develops, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. 
• May integrate components to produce the final design; and evaluate the design’s overall effectiveness, manufacturability, cost, reliability, and safety.
• In addition to design and development, the position may provide production supervision of parts and equipment, determine the causes of component failure, and test manufactured products to maintain quality.  
• Position may be required to assist and communicate with customers on the project management and  technical aspects of the product and assist in product planning, installation, and operation. 
• Position is responsible for appropriately documenting design and processes related to the end product.

• Position will utilize Solidworks® and EPDM® to create and store drawings electronically that can then be viewed, printed, or programmed directly into automated manufacturing systems.
• Position will also prepare variations and changes to current design drawings.
• Position may involve designing or modifying custom tooling (mold, dies, etc.) with product managers or customers.
• Position may involve process development on various systems with product managers or customers.
• Position will utilize the ERP (M1) system to create or modify parts and assemblies for Procurement.
• Assist or lead creating engineering process documentation.
• Ad-hoc projects as needed.

MUST-HAVE SKILLS:

• Proficiency in designing mechanical components, assemblies, and systems with attention to manufacturability, reliability, and safety
• Advanced skills in SolidWorks® for 3D modeling and drafting
• Ability to create and maintain detailed engineering drawings, BOMs, and process documentation
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as M1 for part creation and procurement processes
• Competence in stress analysis, tolerance stack-up, and material selection
• Experience designing or modifying custom tooling (molds, dies, fixtures)
• Ability to develop and optimize manufacturing processes
• Strong problem-solving skills for diagnosing component failures and implementing corrective actions
• Skills in testing mechanical systems for quality, reliability, and compliance
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with customers on technical and project details
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, sharing knowledge and mentoring others
• Capable of creating custom, one-off designs and solving unique engineering challenges
• Proficiency in producing clear, high-quality engineering documentation
• Capability to lead technical efforts and supervise interns or junior engineers

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• Experience with EPDM® for managing design data and revisions
• Understanding of mathematical concepts relevant to mechanical engineering
• Familiarity with Quality Assurance concepts
• Ability to assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating technical efforts throughout the project lifecycle

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Position could lead and direct the work of other members of the technical team. Typically, this would be a technical report on a project-by-project basis without direct supervisory responsibilities. May train and supervise interns and other Mechanical Engineers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

Level 8: Masters degree (M.A.) or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering; plus, five to ten years related experience and/or training.

Language Skills:

Level 5: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies.  Ability to effectively present information to your specific group and top management.

Math Skills:

Level 5: Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts related to Mechanical Engineering such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Reasoning Ability:

Level 6: Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Benefits Package

Available for all levels:

• Competitive Salary (increases with level)
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• FSA Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation/Personal Time
• Professional development opportunities

Physical Demands

Applicable to all levels:

• Stand, Walk, Push, Pull, Reach Overhead, Bend to Floor
• Sit for Extended Periods of Time
• May Occasionally Need to Lift Up to 50 Lbs.
• Normal Visual Requirements for Reading Written Instructions and Computer Screens
• Normal Hearing Requirements for Verbal Communications
• Normal Manufacturing Environment with Occasional Exposure to Loud Noise

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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

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Company:

Machine Solutions, Inc.