Mechanical Engineer jobs in Iowa
Mechanical Engineer designs, analyzes, and maintains mechanical components and systems to meet specified requirements and standards. Utilizes technical instruments to develop specifications for new parts, modifications, or prototypes. Being a Mechanical Engineer identifies appropriate materials and processes to ensure the quality, performance, and manufacturability of products. Utilizes CAD software and other design and modeling tools to plan, develop, and improve mechanical parts or components and communicate conceptual designs and specifications to stakeholders. Additionally, Mechanical Engineer conducts prototype testing to evaluate the performance, reliability, and safety of mechanical systems and collects and analyzes data for improvements. Analyzes and troubleshoots mechanical issues or failures to identify root causes and develop solutions. Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. Typically reports to a manager. The Mechanical Engineer work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Mechanical Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Mechanical Engineer
- Pure Fishing
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Spirit Lake, IA
FULL_TIME
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POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Mechanical Engineer provides support for manufacturing operations including, but not limited to, the design, development, and integration of new and existing equipment. The incumbent works within a multi-discipline team to develop, coordinate and monitor all aspects of production including the selection of manufacturing equipment, fabrication, and operation of product designs. They will collaborate with other engineers and operations personnel to implement standard operating procedures, participate in continuous improvement activities for existing processes to improve efficiency, capacity utilization, product quality, and safety; and will provide manufacturing support and technical troubleshooting with manufacturing equipment. The Mechanical Engineer reports to the Sr. Mechanical Engineer.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Provide mechanical design support as required, for manufacturing processes and equipment.
- Posses a good understanding of abilities and limitations when it comes to milling, lathing, sheet cutting, 3D printing, injection molding, robotics, and extrusion, as well as the ability to identify which process is appropriate for each situation to ensure proper design for manufacture.
- Supports new product development processes by providing technical support and performing manufacturing trials.
- Create, read, and interpret 3-D models, blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
- Participates in process team kaizen events to improve or establish production metrics.
- Provide on-site production support to operations teams for design, initial start-up, and continuous improvement projects.
- Provides immediate technical support to troubleshoot large scale production equipment and processes.
- Collaborate with suppliers to assure capabilities, processes, and procedures are up to date and able to satisfy demand.
- Analysis and recommendation of improvements to manufacturing processes, to improve capacity, reduce labor, increase uptime, and efficiency.
- Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
- Communicate production problems with management and attend appropriate meetings as necessary to help solve production issues or conditions that limit the efficient use of machines and tools.
- Any other duties as assigned.
Expected Travel: Minimal up to 10%.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Education- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering OR demonstrated field related experience OR Technical Training Certification.
- Minimum of three (3) years of Engineering experience supporting design, development, and installation of manufacturing equipment required.
- Prior manufacturing experience required.
- Strong proficiency with CAD including 2D and 3D modeling, DraftSight, Creo, SolidWorks, or similar 3D modeling software required.
- Demonstrated mechanical knowledge and aptitude with hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, static and dynamic systems, etc. required.
- Demonstrated experience with the installation of manufacturing equipment required.
- Minimum of intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) required.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States for any employer.
- Technical Training Certification preferred.
- Four (4) or more years of Engineering experience supporting design, development, and installation of manufacturing equipment preferred.
- Experience with in depth 3D modeling techniques such as surfacing, analysis for manufacture, weldments, and sheet metal functions preferred.
- Experience with process controls equipment including PLCs, HMI’s, SCADA systems, SQL, and relational database systems preferred.
- Experience with MS Project and SAP preferred.
- Experience with extruder machines such as Davis Standard highly preferred.
- Experience with injection molding machines such as Sumitomo or Engel preferred.
- Experience with industrial packaging equipment such as RapidPak, Multivac, and ADCO.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical engineering relating to the manufacture and assembly of quality sporting products:
- Manufacturing Processes – Understanding of LEAN manufacturing principles as applied in a high-volume production environment.
- Technology Skills – Strong ability to interpret documents such as engineering drawings, product specifications, quality plans, test requests, reports, etc.
- Judgement and Decision Making: Ability to evaluate situations and reach logical conclusions.
- Problem Solving: Propose ideas, find new and better ways of doing things. Proactive in analyzing issues and solving problems.
- Time Management, Prioritization, and Organization: Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines with efficiency and accuracy.
- Execution: Excellent time management and organizational skills, ability to adapt to ever changing peaks in workload to meet company and customer needs.
- Innovation: Applies original thinking in approach to job responsibilities to improve processes, systems, products, and services.
- Interpersonal skills: Self Motivated to work independently and with the team. Good interpersonal skills in order to build strong relationships within the team effectively. Displays a positive, proactive work ethic and approach.
- Communication: Strong ability to clearly present information and ideas through a variety of mediums including both verbal and written, helping the audience understand and retain the message.
- Proactivity and Empowerment: Individual should show a tendency to actively find issues and areas with potential for improvement and act to address them appropriately.
- Authenticity: Individual should possess the trait that allows them to mention ideas, even when it is not a popular idea. This applies to both projects and work culture.
- Sitting and using hands requiring finger dexterity and handling by working with equipment approximately 85 percent of work time. Standing and walking approximately 15 percent of work time.
- Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
- Must be able to lift and/or move objects weighing 10-15 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
- Will be required to hear telephone.
- Must be able to travel up to approximately 10%. Travel may include automobile or airline transportation and may include overnight stays.
- Ability to work overtime or occasionally on weekends with short notice.
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Mechanical Engineer
- Monarch Materials Group Inc.
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Adel, IA
FULL_TIME
- Job Overview: Monarch Materials Group, Inc. (“Monarch”) is a leading company in the building products industry and is currently experiencing growth. We are seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to jo...
- 1 Day Ago
Mechanical Engineer
- DLR Group
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Des Moines, IA
FULL_TIME
- We are an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients,...
- 2 Days Ago
Mechanical Engineer
- RIM Recruitment Professionals
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Sheldon, IA
FULL_TIME
- Position Title: Mechanical EngineerJob DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to independently execute assignments with precision and proficiency in alignment with specified outcomes....
- 2 Days Ago
Mechanical Engineer
- Fusion Business Solutions (P) Limited (FBSPL)
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Sheldon, IA
FULL_TIME
- Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Job Location: Sheldon, IAGeneral Responsibility Statement:Independently perform assignments with instructions as to the results expected. Perform conventional engineerin...
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Mechanical Engineer
- Arcosa Inc.
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Newton, IA
FULL_TIME
- Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America. We focus on excellence, offering premier value to our customers.Arcosa Wind Towers is now hiring a Mechan...
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Mechanical Engineer
- Popli, Architecture + Engineering
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- Synerfac
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Mechanical Engineer
- Northstar Energy Services
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- Career Collective
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Baltimore, MD
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- Lead Allies Inc.
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Colleyville, TX
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Mechanical Engineer
- Insight Global
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Anaheim, CA
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Mechanical Engineer
- Sterling Engineering
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New Berlin, WI
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Mechanical Engineer
- City-State LLC
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Oak Ridge, TN
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About Iowa
Iowa (/ˈaɪəwə/ (listen)) is a state in the Midwestern United States, bordered by the Mississippi River to the east and the Missouri River and Big Sioux River to the west. It is bordered by six states; Wisconsin to the northeast, Illinois to the east, Missouri to the south, Nebraska to the west, South Dakota to the northwest and Minnesota to the north.
In colonial times, Iowa was a part of French Louisiana and Spanish Louisiana; its state flag is patterned after the flag of France. After the Louisiana Purchase, people laid the foundation for an agriculture-based economy in the heart of the Corn...
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$69,905 to $82,797
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