Mechanical Engineer I

We are currently in searching for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team here at our Sun Prairie Innovation Center! In this role you will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally to bring design ideas to production and provide interdisciplinary support throughout the entire NPD process.

This position will be located onsite in Sun Prairie, WI.

• Develop product designs to meet performance requirements as specified by product management.

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers to ensure that designs meet cost, safety and manufacturing targets.

• Create, review, and release product documentation for components and assemblies to ensure accuracy and compliance with accepted Engineering drawing standards.

• Develop test protocol as needed and perform testing on products to ensure compliance with engineering specifications.

• Evaluate any current warranty or product performance concerns to be resolved during the development of new products.

• Build and test prototypes to ensure fit, form and function which will include using lab tools and equipment as needed to build the required parts.

• Acts as a technical resource to other departments including Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales and Marketing to address and resolve inquiries and problems during new product development.

• Perform first article inspections to ensure new parts meet drawing requirements and quality standards.

• Participate in cross-functional project teams to execute the Aprilaire New Product Development process.

• Provide technical assistance to ensure regulatory agency approvals, such as U.L., C.S.A., etc. are maintained.

• Prioritize and manage time to work on multiple projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar professional degree

• Work experience in a production environment required

• SolidWorks experience/training to create models and drawings.

• Working knowledge of manufacturing and prototyping processes.

• Ability to work in the test lab building prototypes and executing engineering testing.

• Understanding of the principles of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

• Working knowledge or training in mechanics, thermodynamics and fluid dynamics.

• Strong analytical and technical engineering skills.

• Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to develop and communicate sound lines of reasoning.

• Ability to professionally communicate with Engineering Managers and working peers.

• Basic knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot electro-mechanical components and assemblies.

• Solid problem-solving skills and methodology.

• Time management skills and ability to work multiple projects.

• Computer skills including Microsoft Office programs as well as email and scheduling programs.

• Creative and innovative mindset.

• Detail oriented.

• Must have demonstrated experience in taking the initiative.

• Strong sense of urgency.