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Mechanical Engineer – Conveyor Division

Sylvan, Inc. is a market-leading, trusted automotive services contractor to Fortune 500 companies.

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible to execute all engineering and technical aspects of assigned projects under the supervision of the Project Engineer to assure the highest level of accuracy and quality. The Mechanical Engineer will work with the Project Engineer, project manager and superintendent to ensure all customer and field requirements are met. This position will be responsible for the conveyor engineering design, layout, and detailing requirements per the customer scope of work and Sylvan clarifications as indicated in the bid submittal.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The list below is meant to be a guide and not all inclusive of the daily responsibilities.

• Be able to do perform engineering calculations of drives, shafts, cylinders, and bearings.
• Be able to design and detail conveyor components in 2D and 3D using AutoCAD and Inventor software packages.
• Be able to provide and create ABM’s, Work Orders for the shop and purchasing as well as answer all questions from purchasing and the shop regarding the orders.
• Must be able work with the project team to create a working solution to technical issues in a timely manner.
• Be able to check drawings from other team members before sending to the shop or sub-fabrication source.
• Must be able to provide AutoCAD conveyor layouts to meet the customer JPH requirements.
• Work with the project manager and installation team on-site as required.
• Be able to visit jobsites for meetings and field checks as needed.
• Must be able to provide chain pulls on CP Plus with drive balancing and drive drop out capability based upon the customer requirements.
• Provide FMEA and FEA documentation to outside source per the customer requirements.
• Maintain the knowledge of the latest specifications for the customer and keep up to date on the revisions as they are released from the customer.
• Be able to work with and monitor engineering sub-contractor selected for the project.
• Provide start-up assistance as required to the project manager and superintendent.
  
  

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and/or 2 years automotive conveyor work experience.
  
  

Experience

• Experience working both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional, positive “can-do” attitude.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor software packages.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel; create clearly written notifications and RFI’s.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment and in a timely manner.
• Able to identify scope of work changes and create detailed change order requests.
  
  

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