Senior Mechanical Engineer - Custom Solutions

About StoneAge

StoneAge is the global leader in designing and manufacturing high-pressure waterblast tooling and automated, IoT-enabled/robotic equipment, based in Durango, CO., with five subsidiaries in four countries. Think squirt guns on steroids run by humans and robots! StoneAge is also the parent company of Breadware, an IoT product development firm that helps clients build and launch IoT-enabled products. We are an innovative, employee-owned company that aims to change our industry and the world through advancing technical products and services - and with our unique, people-centric culture.

Description

The position is responsible for the engineering design of new automated waterblast systems and accessories, as well as maintaining and improving current tool designs to enhance StoneAge's product offerings. The Sr. Mechanical Engineer is responsible for product design from conception through sustainment. The Sr. Mechanical Engineer shall also serve to mentor more junior engineers and provide technical oversight as appropriate.

This position reports to the Director of Engineering.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Product Design:

• Present new product ideas to Engineering team via the Engineering Meeting. Must have a collaborative nature.

• Participate in the requirement development process for new products via end-user interface, and collaboration with the Business Development, Marketing and Engineering Teams.

• Assess new engineering projects for viability (design limitations, cost concerns, functionality, and tradeoffs). Present these issues to the engineering team along with recommendations for resolution.

• Develop designs for new products that are reliable, cost effective, and easily manufactured.

• Perform design analyses as appropriate (tolerance analysis, FEA, thermal, flow).

• Generate and maintain engineering drawings from internal and external design criteria and in accordance with StoneAge drawing standards. Assist in drawing and specification interpretation to maintain quality.

• Estimate material/fabrication costs for new products and custom products - execute new product development to cost targets and communicate cost vs. performance conflicts early in the design.

• Identify and communicate patentable technology during the creation of new products.

• Prepare and facilitate product design reviews. Incorporate feedback into designs as permitted given product requirements.

• Review product design and analyses of junior team members and provide technical advice and direction.

• Lead design discussions and provide technical training within the weekly Engineering Meeting.

• Work with QC to identify critical features and tolerances and ensure measurement capabilities.

• Work with Purchasing, Outside Vendors and Internal Machine Shop as prototype parts are fabricated to ensure designs are manufacturable and easily inspected.

• Assist CAD Technician on design as needed.

• Track and log engineering time as appropriate.

• Follow the New Product Development Process. Communicate project status in real time (no surprises).

Product Test:

• Assemble prototype products

• Draft test plans and perform testing for evaluating the performance, safety and reliability of prototype designs.

• Develop standard test methods for product and material conformance.

• Review and evaluate field-tested units and customer feedback on field tested units to improve product design.

Product Transition:

• Support QC to disposition non-conforming parts related to the engineer's product designs.

• Coordinate with the New Products Team (Engineering, Purchasing, QC, Operations, Sales, Business Development, and Marketing) to ensure that new product designs transition smoothly into production.

• Work with Manufacturing Engineer on Part ID assignment for new products or updates with existing products.

• Train end-users, Dealers or StoneAge staff on proper tool assembly, maintenance and operation.

• Create ECN's when engineering drawings are revised and work with Production Control for recording/ implementing any reworks required outside the ECN process.

• Assist manufacturing in the building, testing, and training associated with new products.

• Assist Repair Technician on returned tools and rental items for repair and warranty.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.

• 5+ years of relevant mechanical design experience.

• CAD proficiency (Solidworks is preferred)

• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.

• Experience in design for manufacturing.

• Experience in product research and development.

• Hands-on mechanical or machining experience.

• Working knowledge of MS Office software.

The Sr. Mechanical Engineer must possess at least one of the following skills:

• Electro-mechanical design and control:

• Knowledge of servo drives, motors, design and troubleshooting experience of motion control systems.

• Experience programming Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and motion controls.

• Knowledge of or experience with integrating HMI (Human Machine Interface) with PLC and motion controls.

• Practical and/or product design experience in the waterblast industry or a closely related field.

• Solidworks simulation proficiency (Structural Analysis, Motion and Flow).

OTHER INFORMATION

• Travel may be required.

• Extended working hours may be needed at peak times or when short staffed.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to lift heavy loads using proper lifting techniques as outlined in the StoneAge Employee Handbook.

TEAM CULTURE

• Customer-Focused: Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service.

• Dedicated: Hardworking, trustworthy, and committed to giving 100% daily. "It's not my job" doesn't exist here.

• Adaptable and Creative: Agile in the face of change, striving for excellence, and thinking creatively to solve problems.

• Positive and Fun: Bring joy, humor, and a contagious positive attitude to the workplace.

• Respectful and Collaborative: Listen to understand, respect others, and foster a spirit of teamwork.

StoneAge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are founded on equity and inclusiveness. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which people processes are achievement-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.

Benefits

StoneAge offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• We are an Employee-Owned Company
• Group health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with a guaranteed match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness rewards program, and much more!

Even more exciting, we are an employee-owned company with profit-sharing and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP"), in which shares of company stock are allocated to eligible employees each year.

Our "Own It" mindset captures what many of us consider the biggest benefit of all: a highly engaged, collaborative workplace where everyone matters and every employee makes a significant impact.

Please visit our website at www.stoneagetools.com to get a better sense of our company and our employee-owned culture!

This position will remain open for 180 days. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration. Internal candidates may be considered as part of the hiring process. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.