Sr Mechanical Designer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following; other duties may be assigned.- Required to work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company Health and Safety and other Policies- Determine, understand and verify the function and mechanics of assigned projects- Review initial concept with sales, project manager, customer and supervisor, as required- Formulate machine design in CAD using simple, efficient and cost effective processes- Specify and obtain quotes for specialized purchased equipment- Source and qualify all purchased mechanical, sensing, pneumatic and hydraulic components- Compile Sequence of Operations, I/O List, Pneumatic BOM and Valve Bank Layout- Responsible for checking and releasing BOM to Purchasing- Work with assigned programmer to create working program- Respond to questions from machine shop and assembly during building of machine- Work with machine builder throughout the debugging phase- Review marked up drawings, and work with assigned detailer to update complete drawing package- Stores data (specifications, quotes, estimates, drawings etc.) according to Samuel standards- Mentor Junior level Mechanical DesignersPosition Requirements: (Knowledge, Skill, Ability)- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions- Ability to work at advanced levels of design complexity- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists- Ability to proficiently use CAD and current office computer software- Must be creative, have a mechanical aptitude and think and visualize in 3 dimensions- Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and internal team membersAutonomy and Authority:- Work as a fully qualified professional without detailed supervision, but within clear guidelines, defined standards and specifications- Responsible for the design of complete lines or standalone machines- Will guide and monitor the work of other engineers or technical staff working within the engineering department or on the same projects- Provides input to management with respect to the evolution of company and department technical standards and designsEducation, Experience, and Qualifications:- Technologist Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering- Minimum of 10 years of Mechanical Design experience or equivalent- Valid Passport and driver’s license may be required, as well as the ability to travel to customer sites both locally and internationally.Special Requirements (physical demands and work environment): The employee occasionally will spend time in an environment where he/she is exposed to medium to high noise levels and where safety glasses and adequate shoes are essential