Position: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Austin, Texas
Job Overview:
Infinitum is looking for a full-time Mechanical Engineer to work on site in our fan engineering team. In this role you will be a key contributor in developing proprietary commercial and industrial fan systems for Infinitum.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct product design and development following general design guidelines and tools including CAD programs.
- Conduct calculations and analysis using closed-form methods, computer applications, and FEA and other simulation tools. Develop calculation tools for specific problems.
- Support other departments and customers by addressing technical questions under general design guidelines.
- Review drawings, schematics, bills of material, and other documentation necessary to manufacture, test, install, and commission products.
- Create and enhance specific design guidelines by leveraging past experience and technical learning.
- Develop new products by providing input on specifications, designing and building prototypes, devising validation tests, and preparing supporting documentation.
- Provide input to project feasibility and cost analysis.
- Participate in product improvement, productivity improvement, standardization, cost reduction, and cycle time reduction initiatives. Lead some of these initiatives.
- Provide disposition to non-conformances and participate in corrective actions providing technical input based on established design guidelines.
Qualifications and Skills
Must-Have Skills:
- Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university in Engineering or Physical Science with 2+ years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree desired.
- Basic design knowledge of machined components, sheet metal parts, castings, and injection molded components.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks (CSWP preferred), including sheet metal design and generating manufacturing drawings.
- Understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T and how to apply it to manufacturing drawings.
- In-depth understanding of design for manufacturability and manufacturing processes particularly regarding sheet metal fabrication.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks independently based on internal guidelines and should be comfortable wearing multiple hats within the organization.
Good-to-Have Skills:
- Experience using FEA software conducting stress and/or thermal analysis.
- Experience using CFD software conducting fluid/thermal analysis.
- Experience with PDM or other document management software.
- Experience with rotating equipment, motors/VFDs, and commercial/industrial fans.
- Familiarity with AMCA/ANSI/ISO/UL/ETL/NEC standards regarding commercial and industrial fans.
- Basic programming skills in any language such as VBA, Python, .NET, etc. and the ability to utilize those skills to solve complex engineering problems.
- Project management experience especially regarding new product development/introduction (NPD/NPI).
Benefits:
We have created a community at Infinitum, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is working together to achieve our goals.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision)
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) – includes employer contributions.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) – Traditional and Roth
- Stock Options
- Open Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Potential Relocation Assistance
- Flexible schedule – including hybrid possibilities
- Company Paid Lunch on Thursdays
- Community Give-back Opportunities
Infinitum embraces diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
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