Mechanical Engineer/Designer

Major Responsibility Areas (MRA's):

Mechanical Engineer/Designer Responsibilities

Ensure assigned projects are completed on schedule and in accordance with project timelines.
Actively maintain project management and task tracking systems for assigned work and deliverables.
Support development and improvement of manufacturing, assembly, and documentation procedures.
Participate in the design and integration of mechanical and electromechanical systems, including industrial controls, equipment layouts, panels, and related hardware.
Collaborate with electrical and controls engineers on projects involving PLCs, HMIs, networking, and control systems.
Promote engineering and drafting standards to improve consistency, manufacturability, and efficiency across product lines.
Create and maintain 2D drawings and schematics using AutoCAD.
Develop 3D models, assemblies, and equipment designs using SolidWorks.
Maintain regular communication with the Engineering Manager throughout all phases of a project.
Assist with equipment and system designs intended for industrial and hazardous environments (training provided as needed).
Work closely with vendors to specify components and identify suitable replacements for obsolete parts.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, lessons learned reviews, and resolution of field or manufacturing issues.
Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure Bills of Materials are accurate and components are ordered in a timely manner.
Support and mentor junior designers and engineers as needed.
Assist Operations with project planning, equipment coordination, and logistics.
Communicate with field personnel to support installations, troubleshooting, and successful project execution.
Support development and organization of part numbers, engineering documentation, processes, and standard practices.

Profitability
Ensure all design follow a prescribed budget that ensure project profitability.
Accurately record all time worked daily using the daily timesheet and time keeping procedures.

Quality
Report all service, equipment and tool issues to base management using a Non-Conformance Report. (NCR)
Report design changes through Braeden ECR process and follow up where needed

Job Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Must demonstrate communication skills to interact with co-workers in a team-based environment.
Can add, subtract, multiply & divide using whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages.
Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and develop from concept.
Demonstrate the technical and electrical skills needed to design and test electrical equipment.
Demonstrate knowledge of occupational hazards, company and customer safety rules.
Demonstrate the ability to properly and in a timely manner, complete all administrative requirements. (FSO's. Timesheets, Expense Reports, Etc.)

Safety
Ensure Braeden and Customers safety programs to reach the annual goal of zero safety incidents.
Become an advocate for a safe work environment and participate actively in safety meetings.
Wear all required safety PPE while working on a customer's location or in at Braeden facility.
Prior to any job commencing, assure that all JSA's are completed and documented per BRAEDEN and/or customer requirements.
Follow all BRAEDEN and customer required safety procedures during installations on location or at the shop.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
Do you live in Houston or surrounding areas?
Education:
B.S. Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology (Required)
Experience:
Electrical equipment in explosive environments, hazloc: 1 year (Preferred)
AutoCAD: 5 years (Required)
Drafting: 5 years (Preferred)
Electrical Systems: 5 years (Preferred)
Control Systems: 5 years (Preferred)
Inventor/SolidWorks: 5 years (Required)
Worked with CAD in the last 2 years (Required)
Language:
English (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Broussard, LA 70508 (Required)
Work Location: In person

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