Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary:

Monnit, the global leader in remote monitoring solutions, is looking for a Mechanical Engineer. The Mechanical Engineer provides hands-on design engineering expertise to new product development programs and product improvement initiatives. Specific responsibilities include product and tooling design, model-making, prototyping, material selection, design validation, and product design documentation. It is expected that this individual demonstrates the ability to apply advanced engineering principles to complex issues and works effectively with cross-functional teams. The designs and products developed must meet overall product and marketing requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct upfront conceptual design evaluations
• Design products, tooling and manufacturing processes for new product development from prototypes to scaled manufacturing
• Lead design decisions with varying levels of technical complexity
• Ensure quality is built into designs and driven throughout product and process development
• Participate in other aspects of product development and sustainability such as: solving manufacturing issues, product performance, product improvements, and value engineering
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Work in close support of the marketing department in the analysis of customer need (VOC) and the development of product specifications
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams and other core disciplines (manufacturing and process engineering, quality and marketing)
• Maintain proper documentation of technical and experimental activities such as product and material specifications and design validation testing
• Perform other non-routine duties and assignments, as directed

Job Skills & Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 0-5 years' experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD preferred; knowledge of 3D solid model design tools (i.e. SolidWorks) also preferred
• Ability to apply engineering principles to material selections, process definitions, qualification testing and data analysis for new product development or product improvement projects
• Relevant work experience in an R&D, sourcing, manufacturing and product management group
• R&D experience in the electronic device industry. Knowledge of extrusion, also desired
• Machine-shop experience
• Potential to influence and lead cross-functional teams and prioritize and optimize the efforts
• Experience or skill in industrial design
• Creative and entrepreneurial spirit