Mechanical Engineer - PrideStaff

PrideStaff is currently seeking  Mechanical Engineer  for a manufacturing company located in Pomona, CA. This is a full-time, temp-to-hire opportunity with room for growth! Please see job requirements below to be considered.

• Pay Range: $38.50 to $43.25 hourly  
• Shift: M-F  6:00am to 2:30pm   

Position Summary

The Mechanical Engineer works under the general supervision of the Engineering Manager. The Mechanical Engineer must be able to interpret complex engineering specifications and apply those specifications to the design of components and sub-assemblies using sound design principles, creative and independent judgment, and generate accurate detailed drawings and BOMs. These drawings and documents will be generated using SolidEdge and AutoCAD and completed in a manner consistent with company standards, policy and procedure. Must be able to develop documentation and collaborate with Controls Engineering as required to develop machine control systems.

Essential Job Duties

• Use SolidEdge and AutoCAD software to generate mechanical drawings and BOMs
• Develop layout concepts
• Perform basic engineering calculations, hardware sizing (motor, gearbox, cylinders, etc) for custom conveyors, ovens, fryers and other material handling equipment for the tortilla food industry to enable the equipment to work properly
• Complete checklists ensuring equipment complies to specifications
• Write technical manuals for new equipment
• Assists in preparation and prepares mechanical drawings and prepares Bill of Material and submits to Sales/Production Planning/Manufacturing/Customer Service/Purchasing
• Correct mechanical drawings using SolidEdge and AutoCAD cad software
• Perform other related duties as assigned by manager

  Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field or an Associate's degree or completion of industrial technical school or a training program or a combination of education and experience to perform the required essential job duties
• Strong mechanical engineering experience with plant lines within the food processing industry
• Mechanical project experiences a must. To include system design and fabrication management, design development with customer interaction, resource allocation, timeline and cost tracking
• Assume all mechanical engineering responsibilities per project with guidance from senior personnel. Mechanical engineer to take project ownership
• Work with team members to develop layout concepts
• Mechanical engineering background at the system design level
• Able to perform basic engineering calculations, hardware sizing (motor, gearbox, cylinders, etc)
• Experience with food transfer and processing equipment design
• Strong mechanical aptitude and extensive understanding of mechanical design concepts
• Must be willing submit to a clinic drug test and physical prior to start

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $38.50 - $43.25 Per Hour