About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Draftsman to join our team at our facility in Caldwell ID. This inperson role involves designing and developing innovative food processing equipment while collaborating with crossfunctional teams to ensure precision and quality. Candidates outside of Southwest Idaho must provide details regarding relocation plans.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize SOLIDWORKS and other CAD tools to design components and subsystems that meet project specifications.
- Conduct engineering analysis to validate designs and propose solutions.
- Prepare and release detailed documentation including part drawings assembly instructions control diagrams and bills of material.
- Partner with the Purchasing team and suppliers to identify and source materials meeting design requirements.
- Provide handson support to the manufacturing team through design fabrication assembly testing and occasional onsite installation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (preferred).
- At least one year of mechanical engineering experience in machine design (preferred).
- SolidWorks proficiency including experience with SW2023.
- Knowledge of mechanical stress and strain analysis.
- Familiarity with basic hydraulics pneumatics vacuum systems and power transmission components such as sprockets and chains.
Preferred Skills:
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes like plasma cutting sheet metal forming machining welding and assembly.
- Strong project planning and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Experience working with MRP/ERP systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Exceptional communication and teamwork abilities.
- Bonus
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance