Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary: Designs, develops, and tests ultraviolet curing equipment. Works with independence at the device, component, or system level. Works under minimal supervision. Salary is negotiable and based on experience.

Essential Duties:

• Designs mechanical equipment, including concept development, analysis, design layout, prototype development and test
• Identifies requirements for equipment, develops concepts, and works with other engineers, contractors, and assemblers to produce prototype models.
• Works with document control to produce and verify manufacturing documentation. Documents designs to the appropriate level and release designs for the build.
• Develop test plans and conduct tests necessary to verify design.
• Works with manufacturing to resolve manufacturing problems.
• Works with controls, electrical, and software personnel to identify and develop machine control systems.
• Establishes and maintains vendor contacts necessary for procurement of parts and materials.
• Prepares specifications, design reports, and equipment manuals.
• Works with customers and sales in developing design requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering and1 - 3 years experience.
• Able to lift 30 lbs.
• Full working knowledge of 3D CAD software. (Solidworks, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Pro/E) Autodesk Inventor 2011 preferred.
• Knowledge of the following:
• * General mechanical design, mechanisms, dynamics of motion
• * Materials, finishes and protective coatings
• * Heat transfer analysis
• * Feedback control systems
• * Stress and strain
• * Test and measurement equipment

Ability to apply engineering fundamentals to solve complex mechanical design problems.

Originally founded in 1960, we are proud to have earned the reputation as a leading manufacturer of UV technology and we remain committed to providing the highest quality UV equipment. American Ultraviolet is a privately held company headquartered in Lebanon, Indiana with an additional manufacturing facility located in Torrance, California. We are excited for the future of our company and are looking for individuals who want to be a part of our growth.