Mechanical and Research Development Engineer

Mechanical and Research Development Engineer

Join our innovative team as a Mechanical and Research Development Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in the development and improvement of mechanical products and solutions. This position offers the opportunity to enhance your engineering skills through hands-on assignments and collaborative project work. You will be instrumental in facilitating the creation of new products and improving the quality and efficiency of existing ones, contributing directly to the company's success.

Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 per year, plus Quarterly Bonus and Generous 401K

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering assignments in a timely manner under the guidance of more senior engineers.
• Apply engineering method for orderly, understandable execution of calculations.
• Assist with field and analytical evaluations of designs to enhance performance and durability.
• Create and revise engineering and manufacturing drawings, specifications, and material requirements.
• Participate actively in vendor and customer meetings to present findings and progress.
• Make field trips, including underground, to observe products in operation and identify improvement areas.
• Conduct reviews and resolve deviation requests for drawing revisions to support manufacturing processes.
• Review customer orders to determine and schedule the engineering required for support.
• Approve current engineering records before release to manufacturing for production.
• Assist in quality audits and product testing as assigned, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Edit and approve content for technical publications and customer documentation.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical or Material Science Engineering.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Mechanical and mathematical aptitude with the ability to apply analytical solutions effectively.
• Understanding of mechanical engineering principles and product design/application.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Dependability and ability to maintain a flexible schedule for potential domestic and international travel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a mechanical or R&D engineering role.
• Experience with AutoCAD, FEA, 3D Modeling, and Drafting.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes specifically related to mining and ground control products.
• Strong technical and functional acumen with the ability to make confident decisions.
• Leadership abilities with experience in managing small teams or projects.

Skills:

• Effective composition, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated with directed development goals.
• Ability to work well in groups and demonstrate a team player mentality.
• Capability of working on multiple projects simultaneously while staying organized.
• Perseverance and ability to learn on-the-fly in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Medical benefits with deductibles as low as $1,500 and wellness credit up to $750.
• Voluntary 401k plan with company match up to 12%.
• Access to voluntary dental and vision plans.
• Free telemedicine services for convenient healthcare access.
• Basic life and short-term disability coverage included.