Olympus Controls ( is a fast-paced Automation Company that has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer III to join our growing company. We offer a dynamic environment with competitive salaries and health benefits for the right type of highly motivated individuals.
The Mechanical Engineer III role is a key contributor to the engineering team's success. This small but effective team is focused on delivering custom automation solutions - everything from custom single-axis actuators to OEM engineered automated machines/systems for Fortune 500 clients across the US and beyond.
Under the direction of the Design Engineering Manager, you will conceptualize, design, develop and test mechatronic automation solutions, develop tooling for robot work cells, create detailed mechanical drawings and documentation, support our quality systems, and work with supply chain vendors. You will work with a team of mechanical, electrical, applications, and software engineers to help deliver solutions on time and on budget. In addition, you will support the manufacturing and work directly with the Operations Department as needed.
The successful candidate will have the ability to work efficiently and develop lasting relationships with fast-paced, world-class, technically savvy clients. This person will be a creative problem solver with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, confident in mechatronics design solutions, well-organized, and self-motivated. The position requires enthusiasm, tenacity, creativity, flexibility, resiliency, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a professional and courteous personality.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Work with the sales engineers and customers to help define the problem and understand the statement of work
Conceptualize innovative mechatronic and product design solutions that meet/exceed customer expectations
Help prepare, or have ownership of, Statements of Work (SOW)/proposals for new business opportunities
Applying Voice-of-Customer (VOC) principles in creating a solution with 3D concept models for sales presentations and costing
Designing detailed 3D models of parts and complete automation subassemblies
Learning Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) principles to achieve capability and reproducibility in the automated system output
Applying root cause analysis principles in troubleshooting automated systems
Applying Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) & Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) processes during the design process
Continue applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles for manufacturing reliability, simplicity, and quality systems output
Practice designing with empathy toward downstream stakeholders creating efficient, simple, solutions that are manufacturable, logical, and maintainable
Creating and/or checking detailed 2D drawings of parts and assemblies
Supporting the maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOM's) and Engineering Change of Order (ECO's)
Helping design and execute Proof of Concepts (POC) to determine feasibility and performance
Working hands-on with a wide variety of technology and applications
Collaborating in a small cross-functional team to achieve the best work product output
Reporting-out individual progress to project managers or project leads on a regular basis
Honor commitments and support Olympus Controls' core values
Participate in internal and customer-facing design reviews
Support customer Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)/Site Acceptance Test (SAT) system buyoff
Infrequent travel may be necessary from time to time, < 10%
Other duties as required
Qualifications/Experience:
Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent required
5-7 years of relevant design experience required
Experience in machine design using DFM principles
Understanding of Six Sigma process control, LEAN, TQM, and/or DFSS
Computer literacy and Microsoft Office experience is a must
Experience in PDM (i.e., SolidWorks PDM), ERP (i.e., Syspro, SAP), CAD software systems (i.e., SolidWorks) is a plus
Experience with mechatronics (i.e., sensors, vision, motion control, plc, robotics) is a plus
Experience or understanding of automation controls (i.e., electrical schematics, automation control panels) is a plus
Understanding principles of software code (robot, vision programing) is a plus.
Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.
Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
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- Dice Id: RTL834349
- Position Id: 1f6e718a168b0794e7fcb75239370708
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