Job#: 3032448 Job Description: Mechanical Engineer - Mechanical Engineer II
Location: North Reading, Massachusetts (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract
Role Overview
This role involves designing and implementing manufacturing solutions to transition robotics products from concept to production. The position focuses on driving quality excellence across global supply chains. You will work to transform robotics designs into manufacturable products by partnering with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply Design for X (DFX) principles to transition robotic solutions and mechatronic systems from design to production.
- Develop and qualify suppliers while managing product lifecycle changes across global supply chains.
- Lead cross-functional quality improvement projects and perform technical root cause analysis for supplier defects.
- Design and develop manufacturing test solutions for robotics systems.
- Implement manufacturing systems for scalability, with a focus on gearbox assembly, stator winding, rotor manufacturing, and motor integration.
- Collaborate with global design teams to influence product designs and ensure manufacturability.
- Review design specifications and provide DFX feedback to optimize for manufacturing.
- Conduct supplier assessments and capability studies at manufacturer facilities.
Required Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field is required.
Experience: Experience applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), or Design for X principles is necessary. Candidates should have experience with manufacturing processes including injection molding, machining, sheet metal fabrication, or electronics assembly, as well as experience working with contract manufacturers and managing supplier relationships.
Technical Skills: Knowledge of quality systems and methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing is required. Experience with CAD software, technical drawing interpretation, and an understanding of statistical process control and capability analysis are also necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Engineering Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Experience with robotics, mechatronics, or electromechanical systems manufacturing.
- Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from prototype to mass production.
- Knowledge of test engineering principles and automated test equipment development.
- Experience with failure analysis techniques including FMEA and 8D.
- Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies and smart manufacturing systems.
- Experience working in global manufacturing environments.
Compensation & Benefits
The pay rate for this position is between $39.00 and $49.00 per hour. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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