Job Description

Summary/Objective
Candidates are responsible for several aspects of mechatronics engineering for custom and next-generation actuator designs, including the gear system, motor and sensor design and specifications, and verification of actuator performance using a variety of amplifiers, controllers, and test equipment. A proficiency in CAD design and detailing using SolidWorks is required. Must be a hands-on contributor to product development.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Electro-mechanical design, development and documentation including manufacturing and customer drawings for systems of varied complexity from concept through production. Designs integrating industrial electro-mechanical system components including actuators, motors, gears, bearings, sensors, connectors, servo drives, and controllers.
• Develop products and components for complex electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Perform analysis, troubleshooting, and testing at the component and systems level for products in development as well as in production.
• Create test and assembly procedures and reports to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Work with purchasing and manufacturing to source vendors for component purchases and create bills of materials in the current ERP system as well on assembly drawings.
• Written and verbal communication skills enabling a clear and accurate understanding when communicating with sales as well as directly with customers or vendors.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects with the daily engineering tasks effectively.
• Follow and make recommendations to improve upon Harmonic Drive’s development processes and procedures.
• Technical leadership and some project management skills.
• Mentor and train your fellow engineers.
• Participate in root cause investigations and analyses.

Qualifications

Competencies

• Intermediate electrical and mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment including integrating electro-mechanical systems.
• Demonstrate electromechanical design creativity and pragmatic problem-solving skills, with the ability to design with manufacturing ease and cost in mind.
• SolidWorks knowledge with an understanding of GD&T as well as an understanding of manufacturing and inspection capabilities and limitations.
• Familiar with engineering documentation control practices.
• Experience with electrical test equipment such as multimeters, power meters, oscilloscopes etc. is a plus.
• Hands on experience in mechanical and electrical assembly including soldering and crimping is a plus.
• Ability to generate accurate reports to clearly document and communicate findings
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, ERP, etc.).
• Programming skills such as with Python or LabVIEW and servo drive commissioning experience is a plus.
• Experience with servo drives from Copley Controls, Elmo, Mitsubishi, Yaskawa, B&R, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Bosch Rexroth or Panasonic is a plus.
• Networking experience including EtherCAT® and CANopen® a plus.
• Ability to develop PCBAs for various applications a plus.
• Experience with various types of automated machinery and robotics is a plus.
• Ability to work across teams and communicate clearly verbally and in writing in English with colleagues, customers, and partners in a professional and cooperative manner.
• Project management and time management skills to accurately complete tasks timely at the highest quality level expected.
• Strong, results-driven and self-directed individual with personal commitment to excellence.
• Promotes a creative and innovative work environment.
• Understanding of and appreciation for the importance of customer satisfaction.

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers as well as electrical and environmental test equipment located in a dedicated laboratory

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate both verbally and in writing. The employee frequently is required to move about the office and shop, use a computer, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel
Infrequent domestic or international travel may be required.

Required Education and Experience

• BS in Engineering is required. MS preferred.
• 4-8 years of engineering experience with industrial product design and development.
• Certification in SolidWorks a plus.
• Certification in GD&T a plus.

Additional Information

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic __ protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.