Mechanical Design Engineer III

Job Description

The Mechanical Design Engineer III designs and develops innovative solutions to business problems utilizing CAD software, finite-element analysis, materials analysis, 3D Printing, Lean Six Sigma, or other mechanical engineering skills.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the development, fabrication, and testing of mechanical designs.
• Develop mechanical and electromechanical products by studying customer requirements.
• Test system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods.
• Evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs; applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, materials science, hydraulics, and heat transfer.
• Other duties, as assigned.
• Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals.
• Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment.
• Meet and communicate with Senior Leadership and external customers to provide updates, seek direction, give presentations, communicate success barriers, and showcase project results.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Clearly define and manage project success metrics on an ongoing basis even after the completion of projects.
• Perform research into innovative design, operation, and product performance.
• Serve as technical support for advanced mechanical systems.
• Review and approve cost estimates and design calculations.
• Direct and manage project development from beginning to end, not to exclude full risk assessment and recommendations for adjustment of priorities as needed.
• Prepare product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Work with internal and external partners, manufacturers, suppliers, and vendors.
  
  

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering, required
• Master's Degree MS in Mechanical Engineering, preferred
  
  

Experience

• 4 years experience as Mechanical Engineer or other related field
• Strong SolidWorks skills
• Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical and electrical drive systems, required 3D Printing and some programming experience, preferred
  
  

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Understanding of organization, behavior, business practices, and inter-connectivity within ArcBest and its subsidiaries, required
  
  

Competencies

• Active Learning
• Communicating Complex Concepts
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Producing Results
• Product Design
• Product Development Life Cycle
• Prototyping
  
  

Other Details

Work Hours

• Generally, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.
  
  

Compensation

• This is a salary position paid biweekly.
  
  

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and the employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this role.

About Us

ArcBest Technologies, ArcBest's tech and innovation team, provides custom-built solutions and leading-edge technologies that help our customers successfully navigate the complex supply chain landscape. The team is made up of highly engaged, creative tech and analytics professionals who create smart solutions that help keep the global supply chain moving.