Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Metals USA -- Gregor Technologies Division is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Torrington, CT. Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented aluminum/stainless steel distribution center servicing the defense, aerospace and fabrication industries.

The Mechanical Engineer designs mechanical and electromechanical products and systems by developing and testing specifications and methods.

Responsibilities:

• Develops, designs and details mechanical components, process plans and complex assemblies using SolidWorks 3D CAD and 3DVIA composer.
• Confirms system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods; testing properties.
• Analyzes CAD drawings & models, specifications and design details supplied by customers to verify production feasibility, and to identify and improve manufacturing efficiencies.
• Develops manufacturing process plans for assembly of new products and improves processes for existing products.
• Design cost effective manufacturing and assembly fixtures for improved employee safety, product quality and manufacturing efficiencies.
• Trains and supports assembly personnel upon release of new or changed process plans,
• Acts as a resource for technical guidance to Manufacturing and Assembly departments.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Assures system and product quality by designing testing methods, test finished-product and system capabilities, confirming fabrication, assembly and installation processes.
• Prepares product reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains system and product data base by writing computer programs and entering data.
• Completes projects by training and guiding technicians.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies.
• Notifies management of product discrepancies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Prioritizes tasks based on given timelines and willing to work to meet required project deadlines.
• Adheres to established company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations.
• Adheres to Reliance Steel and Aluminum's Code of Conduct as well as customer confidentiality requirements.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required to perform the duties of a mechanical engineer.
• Maintains work area in a clean, orderly and safe manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

Occupation requires being sedentary less than or equal to 75% of the time (< to 6 hours per day).

• Stand, walk, sit, hearing, talking, use of hands and fingers, hand-eye coordination, reach outward, reach above shoulder, climb, squat or kneel or bend
• Regularly required to work on multiple concurrent tasks with constant interruptions
• Occasionally drives a vehicle to visit customers
• Lift, carry, push and/or pull up to a maximum of 30 lbs. without assistance

Other Physical Requirements:

Must wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Steel-toed boots
• Hard hats with chin straps; chin straps must be worn at all time in the warehouse.
• Protective eyewear
• Hand protection
• Arm guards/sleeves
• Hearing protection if required by the hearing conservation program

Work Environment:

May be exposed to some of the following working conditions.

• Position works primarily in an office/cubicle environment
• May work around heavy machinery when in an industrial warehouse
• Oils, dust, fumes and metallic particles
• Quiet to moderate noise levels