Job Description

Overview

Come grow with us!

Company Description: FDH Infrastructure Services is an industry leader in engineering, construction, and field services for critical structures and facilities. Markets served include telecommunications, heavy civil, power, industrial, commercial, and government. Our continued success is directly linked to the knowledge and experience of our talented staff. FDH is a team-oriented, performance-driven organization, committed to safety, quality, and professional integrity. Our work culture fosters continuous learning and innovation to improve our products, services, and business processes. We work hard for our customers and enjoy having fun together. Come grow with us!

Enjoy Great Benefits: FDH provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Flexible time-off plans encourage a healthy work/life balance for all employees. Wellness activities are promoted throughout the year.

*FDH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

*VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Responsibilities

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

The FDH New Technology Division is growing and investing in a portfolio of products for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and Structural Health Monitoring (SHM). If you enjoy designing new products, would like to experience a start-up mentality, are hands-on with product design and have the desire to develop innovative IoT solutions for the infrastructure industry, read on to find out more about the next step in your career.

The primary function and purpose of the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will be to lead the mechanical design effort on new products (including concept, drawing, modeling, prototyping, and printing) and provide support for existing product improvement. This will be a key role on the Product Development Team and the candidate will bring the discipline and experience needed to help drive innovative mechanical solutions for the product pipeline.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Support Product Engineering team in architecting, designing, developing, and sustaining mechanical hardware (including molded parts, connectors, cabling, and various other electromechanical components).
Support of BOM management, ECN creation/support, drawing management and product design specifications.
Assist in Design Level testing, simulation, and failure analysis – this may involve familiarity with environmental chambers, vibration tables, and 6-sigma toolsets for analysis of data.
Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Management and Suppliers to ensure customer requirements are continually satisfied.
Support and evaluate changes to existing products to improve quality and reduce cost.
Support industry certifications and regulatory compliance efforts.
Educate and enhance capability of support staff in the areas of drawing, modelling, problem solving and documentation.
Demonstrate accountability and technical expertise to bring structured processes to support on-time delivery.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Strong knowledge of SolidWorks drawing/modeling/simulation tools – ProE, Fusion360 or other equivalent packages may be considered.
Highly proficient with mechanical enclosure design for electronic circuit boards, displays, cameras, wireless modules, and other key components.
Broad knowledge of common mechanical part fabrication processes such as High-Pressure Injection Molding & Tooling, Low pressure Molding, RTV, Casting, 3D printing, Stamping/Forming,
Ability to demonstrate statistical tools in problem solving (6-sigma design methodology, GD&T, FMEA etc.).
Advanced knowledge of development tools, product testing practices, fabrication processes and DFX (DFM, DFQ, DFC…) techniques.
Ability to use and/or interpret results from simulation software packages such as MoldFlow or SolidWorks Plastics
Ability to interpret a set of written requirements and realize the specifications required to deliver the finished product.
Demonstrated track record of delivering projects on-time and meeting schedules under tight constraints.
Candidate must be detail oriented having the ability to manage large amounts of data and draw conclusions from correct interpretation of the data.
Must be very familiar with BOM management, ECN creation, components, assemblies, TLA creation and management – LCM software experience is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize project tasks with limited oversight to execute project tasks efficiently.
Excellent written and verbal communications.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Demonstrate the necessary interpersonal skills to thrive in a team-oriented work environment.
Ability to influence, collaborate and negotiate with all departments across FDH and to the external market.
Demonstrate strong follow-through skills with ability to meet deadlines.
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor while representing FDH.
Adhere to all policies and procedures of FDH.
Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor or Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
4-8 years’ experience in mechanical design and product development
6-sigma and other certifications considered a plus.

Individual Contributor Competencies

This is not an individual contributor position

People Leader Competencies

Action Oriented - is action oriented and works well with challenges., Building Effective Teams - Creates a strong morale and spirit in their team and others around them., Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in the business, policies, practices and trends., Customer Focus - Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers., Developing Direct Reports - Leads by example and coaches and counsels staff to develop and improve performance., Drive for Results - Pushes self and others for results., Functional Technical Skills - Has functional and technical knowledge and skills., Managing Vision and Purpose - Communicates a compelling and inspired vision for the company's present and future.

This job was posted on Sat Oct 02 2021 and expired on Sun Oct 03 2021.

Minimum $43K /yr

$105K /yr Average

Maximum $250K /yr

Tasks

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports.

Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, or maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems or processes to meet requirements.

Confer with engineers or other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical information.

Develop, coordinate, or monitor all aspects of production, including selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, or operation of product designs.

Investigate equipment failures or difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and recommend remedial actions.

Develop or test models of alternate designs or processing methods to assess feasibility, sustainability, operating condition effects, potential new applications, or necessity of modification.

Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design, performance specifications, or environmental regulations.

Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.

Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products, using drafting tools or computer-assisted drafting equipment or software.

Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, or repair to ensure that machines or equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.

Conduct research that tests or analyzes the feasibility, design, operation, or performance of equipment, components, or systems.

Design test control apparatus or equipment or develop procedures for testing products.

Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems or needs.

Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, or other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, or maintenance requirements of designs or applications.

Estimate costs or submit bids for engineering, construction, or extraction projects.

Recommend the use of utility or energy services that minimize carbon footprints.

Evaluate mechanical designs or prototypes for energy performance or environmental impact.

Direct the installation, operation, maintenance, or repair of renewable energy equipment, such as heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) or water systems.

Design integrated mechanical or alternative systems, such as mechanical cooling systems with natural ventilation systems, to improve energy efficiency.

Apply engineering principles or practices to emerging fields, such as robotics, waste management, or biomedical engineering.

Write performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.

Perform personnel functions, such as supervision of production workers, technicians, technologists, or other engineers.

Calculate energy losses for buildings, using equipment such as computers, combustion analyzers, or pressure gauges.

Solicit new business.

Provide technical customer service.

Study industrial processes to maximize the efficiency of equipment applications, including equipment placement.

Establish or coordinate the maintenance or safety procedures, service schedule, or supply of materials required to maintain machines or equipment in the prescribed condition.

Select or install combined heat units, power units, cogeneration equipment, or trigeneration equipment that reduces energy use or pollution.

Skills

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.

Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Operations Analysis - Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.

Technology Design - Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.

Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Systems Analysis - Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Knowledge

Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Physics - Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.

Chemistry - Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.