Position Overview: The Mechanical Engineer will be part of a team designing and developing sensors for pressure, temperature, and rheological applications, as well as provide design support for legacy products.
The Mechanical Engineer will also be responsible for design for manufacturability along with sourcing, evaluating and managing the materials required for New Product Introductions. This role will therefore ensure the selection of high-quality materials that meet cost, performance, and compliance requirements. The Mechanical Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, supply chain and quality control, to ensure that new product introduction is conducted in an efficient manner.
Essential Job Functions and Accountabilities: - Conceive, design, and develop new sensors and transducers
- Develop prototypes and conduct testing to ensure mechanical systems meet design specifications and performance standards.
- Research and select appropriate materials for new product designs.
- Ensure material cost-effectiveness and availability from suppliers.
- Ensure that design concepts and assemblies are designed for manufacturability
- Conduct material testing to ensure compliance with design specifications and performance requirements.
- Work with Marketing and Application Engineers to develop functional and technical specifications
- Complete Engineering Change Orders, including 3D CAD models (SolidWorks, SolidEdge), drawings. Create and revise product BOMs, routings, operations
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 5-7 years industrial experience in a related industry such as sensing, polymers, plastics or injection molding
- 3-5 years experience with DFM in a related field
- Knowledge of materials science, including properties and applications of various materials including metals, polymers, composites
- Experience with test equipment/data acquisition systems a plus
- Experience in technical materials sourcing and procurement
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot material-related issues.
- Proficiency in using ERP systems and MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
Travel Requirements - Ability to travel up to 10 percent of the time
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
What You Can Expect from Us Our goal is to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our benefits include Health Insurance, Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k) company match on first 5%, Paid-Time Off, 11 Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program and Educational Assistance Reimbursement.
Who We Are Dynisco is a global leader in innovative applications of high precision, sensor-based technology and critical insight solutions that improve process safety and performance for the plastics, oil & gas markets. The company serves a diverse group of customers throughout the world and with more than 6 decades of commitment to helping customers, Dynisco provides the tools and services for the polymer industry allowing customers a "window into the process". The information Dynisco provides allows our customers to keep their process consistent regardless of their global locations. Dynisco's diverse portfolio of sensing and polymer test equipment delivers some of the most accurate information available in the market for the measurement of polymer rheology, pressure, and temperature. Over the next 5 years, Dynisco will be aggressively expanding its business and is seeking top-level talent to join our growing team. (www.dynisco.com) Come help us and some of the biggest names in plastic production shape the future of sustainability in the plastics industry. Learn more about us here!
Dynisco is headquartered in Franklin, Massachusetts, with facilities in Heilbronn, Germany and Malaysia. Dynisco will not pay to relocate. We are an EOE M/F/D/V employer.
Our Team. Globally, we are a team of diverse and talented individuals. Qualified candidates come to "Dynisco with a passion to grow while making a difference with innovation, employee engagement, customer partnerships and continuous improvement.
Our Culture. Every employee has a voice. At Dynisco, new hires are
selected to affect change, participate in solutions, challenge the norm, collaborate and contribute.
DYNISCO VALUES - Respect: We believe in the dignity of every person and the power that can be harnessed through diversity in talents, perspectives, and experiences.
- Credibility: We strive to earn long-lasting trust and credibility with others through uncompromising ethics, integrity, quality performance, and honoring our commitments.
- Customer Commitment: We meet or exceed customer needs and expectations by demonstrating deep understanding, meaningful collaboration, and a positive productive experience.
- Pursuit of Excellence: We promote a growth mindset that fosters creativity, innovation, and learning, to drive continuous improvement.
- Community Responsibility: We actively participate in our communities to support social priorities, help those in need, and drive a more sustainable future.
At Dynisco, we value the unique backgrounds, skills and abilities each team member brings to our workplace. We believe everyone deserves a fair opportunity to succeed and appreciate the experiences and perspectives each person brings beyond the traditional job requirements. Please don't hesitate to apply even if you do not meet full requirements - we'd love to hear from you!
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