Mechanical Design Engineer
action staffinggroupMoonachie (NJ)
Mechanical Design Engineer
Posted today
action staffinggroupMoonachie (NJ)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Position Overview:
Our client in Moonachie, NJ is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a background in machine design, power transmission, and mechanical systems. This role oversees assigned projects from initial specification review and design through fabrication, assembly, quality inspection, and final documentation. The ideal candidate has strong spatial reasoning skills, the ability to visualize mechanical components and assemblies in 3D, and an understanding of how equipment is designed, manufactured, and assembled. They should be detail-oriented, technically minded, and comfortable collaborating across Engineering, Production, Sales, and Service. Qualifications & Technical Requirements Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. Background in machine design and power transmission technologies. Strong spatial reasoning and the ability to visualize mechanical components and assemblies in 3D, including how parts fit and function together. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and translate concepts into functional designs. Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, structural steel, welding practices, and shop fabrication processes. Understanding of material properties, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics. Practical experience with AutoCAD. Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Mechanical Design & Engineering Review machine specifications for completeness, accuracy, and technical feasibility. Create approval drawings, layouts, sketches, details, and assembly drawings for equipment and components. Visualize mechanical assemblies in 3D to assess component relationships, clearances, fit, and functionality. Perform engineering calculations to determine equipment requirements and support component and feeder design. Prepare Bills of Materials (BOMs) and review completed drawings for accuracy and completeness. Recommend design improvements and manufacturing methods to enhance product quality, performance, and manufacturability. Project Coordination & Quality Oversee assigned mechanical projects from design through completion. Specify, document, and coordinate procurement of non-stock and specialty purchased components. Prepare drawing transmittals for customer review and approval. Conduct in-process fabrication and assembly inspections, incoming component inspections, and final equipment inspections. Maintain accurate equipment documentation and ensure timely project closeout and submission of records to Sales. Track time spent on project activities using weekly timesheets. Cross-Functional Support Collaborate with Electrical Engineering to resolve electro-mechanical design issues. Work with Production to clarify drawings, provide assembly instructions, and resolve manufacturing challenges. Provide technical assistance to Sales and Service, including support during equipment testing. Follow established company policies, procedures, and documentation standards.
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