Job Description

TITLE: Mechanical Engineer II       

COMP: $70,000 - $90,000 per year  

LOCATION: Lebanon, IN 

Our client is seeking immediate assistance in identifying a candidate for a Mechanical Engineer II direct hire position in Lebanon, IN.

Duties:

• Design and model products or systems that are germicidal or use UV rays to clean parts/products.

• Lead projects independently from concept through completion, including project planning and execution.

• Mentor and guide junior engineers without direct management responsibility.

• Design products ranging from handheld devices to large systems up to 120 feet long and 5 feet wide, supporting diverse industries (healthcare, water treatment, food & beverage, HVAC, pharmaceutical).

• Collaborate with document control to ensure design accuracy and compliance.

• Develop test plans and validate designs post-assembly.

• Work with manufacturing to troubleshoot and resolve production issues.

• Coordinate with controls, electrical, and software teams to develop machine control systems.

• Engage with vendors for procurement of parts and materials.

• Utilize a CAD library for standard design modifications and create fully custom designs as needed.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, adapting to design changes and client requests.

• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) including purchased and fabricated components.

• Perform R&D, calculations, and technical analyses to support design decisions.

• Approximately 80% design work, 10–15% shop floor support; hands-on involvement is encouraged.

• Convert 2D drawings to 3D models when workflow allows.

• Communicate effectively with internal engineers, shop floor personnel, and customers.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred; Associates considered with substantial relevant experience.

• 5+ years of experience in design engineering, managing projects from concept to completion.

• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor and Vault (mandatory).

• Strong experience designing sheet metal products, systems, and components.

• Knowledge of test and measurement equipment, and prior experience developing test plans.

• Ability to perform engineering calculations (stress, strain, etc.) to validate designs.

• Experience creating and managing BOMs and translating designs for manufacturing (DXF files).

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  
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