Mechanical Engineer

As a Mechanical Engineer at Lexair, Inc., you will play a crucial role in our dynamic engineering team. You will be responsible for designing, testing, and enhancing pneumatic and hydraulic products and processes to achieve project objectives. This position demands a combination of technical expertise, analytical skills, and collaborative teamwork to effectively drive product development and optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Design and Development:

• Design, test, and enhance pneumatic and hydraulic products and processes to meet project objectives and specifications.

• Develop custom valves utilizing SolidWorks, ensuring designs meet performance requirements from concept to production.

• Analysis and Simulation:

• Conduct thorough analyses and simulations to evaluate product performance and efficiency, applying engineering calculations and stress assessments as needed.

• Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project stakeholders, customers, and in-house technical staff, to ensure project objectives are met within budget and timeline.

• Liaise with vendors for technical information and specifications to support product development.

• Quality Assurance:

• Perform quality control tests and inspections to ensure products meet industry standards and customer requirements.

• Recommend modifications based on prototype test results and ensure the quality of finished products and raw materials.

• Documentation:

• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and manuals, to support engineering processes and product lifecycle management.

• Problem-Solving and Improvement:

• Identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to optimize product designs and processes.

• Discuss and resolve complex engineering issues with manufacturing departments, sub-contractors, suppliers, and customers.

• Project Management:

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, focusing on cost-effective product modifications to enhance safety, reliability, and performance.

• Other: Other duties may be required as assigned by the Company.

Qualifications:

• Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Product Design Engineering, with a focus on pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

• Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a solid understanding of engineering calculations, stress calculations, and tolerance calculations.

• Communication and Teamwork:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

• Personal Attributes:

• Must possess honesty, integrity, and dependability.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in fluid power technology, hydraulic cylinder design, OEM cylinder applications, and hydraulic system engineering.
• Familiarity with seal technology and selection, casting and fabrication processes, and military contracts.
• Knowledge of materials properties and prototyping/testing methods.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Work Environment:

• Work is primarily conducted in an office and machine shop environment, requiring adherence to safety regulations and protocols.

• Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; may occasionally require lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to perform tasks that require manual dexterity and visual acuity, including using computers and technical instruments.