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Corporate Headquarters - Charlotte, NC Full Time 2 Year Degree Up to 10% Day Engineering

Description

Job Description Summary

The Mechanical Engineering Technician is responsible for supporting the Mechanical Engineering team by producing quality mechanical drawings and models, documenting mechanical designs with installation manuals, BOM changes, and processing machine orders, and engineering quotations.

The identification of Essential Job Functions does not display an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the related work that may be assigned to this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

Prepares routine 3D models and 2D drawings using Okuma’s Corporate Design Standards
Create design documentation (assembly/installation instructions and manuals, BOM’s, etc.)
Create supplemental documentation for service teams
Processing RFEQ’s (Request for Engineering Quote)
Process and review new machine order BOMs
Processing of Engineering Changes (ECOs)
Process customer complaints and create corrective and preventative actions
Direct technical support and contact with suppliers and Partners
Adheres to all company employment policies and safe practices
Performs other duties as assigned and explores opportunities to add value such as process improvements, new initiatives, cost saving opportunities, etc.

Qualifications

Experience/Training/Education

Associates Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field
2-4 years of mechanical design experience (prior machine tool design experience preferred)
Prior experience with CNC machine tools desired
Skilled at progressing from problem statement to well-documented and tested designs

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

General:

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage a range of responsibilities and competing priorities while working under pressure to meet deadlines
Superb time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet regular deadlines
Desire and drive for personal and professional growth through trainings, certifications, etc.

Technical

CAD - 2D & 3D (Creo desired)
Familiarity with current manufacturing technologies, Okuma’s new and enhanced products, models, controls, and options
Skilled at progressing from problem statement to troubleshooting and creating well-documented and tested designs
Understanding and application of national and international standards such as ISO, OSHA, and ANSI standards

Communication

Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
Exceptional ability to speak and write effectively in a business environment
Exceptional ability to ask necessary questions

Math & Reasoning

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and willingness to adapt to change and take initiative

Physical and Environmental Elements

Physical Demands

Ability to sit continuously for over three quarters of the normal work shift, and stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for at least one fourth of the normal work shift
Ability to lift and carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds
Ability to stoop, crouch and reach
Ability to talk or hear continuously
Ability to see clearly to do all work-related tasks (clear or corrected vision at 20 inches or less)
Finger dexterity is required frequently for over 3/4 of the normal work shift including operating a phone, computer/ electronic equipment, and electronic tools

Work Environment

About three quarters of the position’s functions are performed in the office environment with standard equipment and moderate noise levels (examples: computers, printers, fax, copiers, light traffic, and phone)
The other quarter of the position’s functions are performed in the Okuma warehouse/ showroom. Will often interact with the production/warehouse environment. Thus, the employee may work in an open warehouse area where temperatures may be subject to outdoor conditions in terms of cold and heat. There is exposure to various tools and equipment as well as forklift operations and corresponding noise levels

Special Requirements

Maintain annual OSHA safety certifications as required by job duties
Driving record that is insurable
May need to travel occasionally (up to 5%)
Must live within reasonable commutable distance to corporate office

Okuma America Corporation

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