Mechanical Product Engineer

On behalf of our client, VECOPLAN, we are seeking a Mechanical Product Engineer for their location in Archdale, NC. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Mechanical Engineer with at least 4 years of experience, ideally in a capital equipment manufacturing organization.

Note: In 2024, the company will move to a new facility close to the Greensboro airport.

This is a 100% onsite position.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Vecoplan is an industry pioneer in the development of shredding and recycling technologies for the plastics, wood, paper, and waste industries. The company holds several patents in this industry and was founded over 40 years ago in Germany. In 2000 the company opened its US office in Archdale, NC, and has grown consistently over the years.

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POSITION SUMMARY

In this position, you will report to the VP of Engineering and work daily with a motivated team of project managers, engineers, sales, purchasing, quality, and production professionals to maintain the companys highest levels of customer satisfaction in terms of quality and on-time -delivery, as well as production- and cost efficiencies.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide mechanical machine design which includes sizing and specifying all mechanical design components.
• Assemble complete and accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for the machine/system design
• Responsible for the maintenance of technical documents.
• Assist the Project Managers during the scoping phase of a potential project.
• Assist sales with custom design solutions and custom quote estimating.
• Manage project activities for assigned orders.
• Participate in Turnover Meetings with Sales Personnel.
• Evaluate customer specifications and apply them to the project.
• Evaluate and select equipment suppliers.
• Specify and order equipment.
• Design equipment to match Vecoplan fabrication capabilities/procedures.
• Work with Suppliers, develop rapport, and receive equipment proposals.
• Evaluate, design, and launch Standard Designs/Products.
• Execute calculations for routine designs.
• Ensure the accuracy of drawings/designs (check drawings).
• Respond to Production questions/problems promptly.
• Markup drawings for designers and drafters.
• Resolve design/manufacturing questions with production staff.
• Submit purchase requisitions for equipment or fabricated parts

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Competitive compensation package including excellent benefits.
• Great career opportunity with a growing international company.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 4+ Years of relevant experience as a mechanical design engineer, ideally in a capital equipment manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Equipment Layout and Metal Fabrication.
• Experience with AutoCAD (2D) & and Inventor (Solid Modeling) is highly preferred.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Meet required work deadlines and schedules, focus attention on details, and comply with the companys policies and requirements.
• Investigation and root-cause determination of equipment failures.
• Proficient computer skills (MS Office suite).
• Self-starter; team player; excellent communication skills.