Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Job Description:

Basic Function

Work with the SAG (System Automation Group) team to design, document, and troubleshoot electro-mechanical equipment for test and calibration in worldwide operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and documentation of electro-mechanical test stands for the manufacturing of precision flow control instruments.

• Develop and maintain documentation for new and existing systems, including developing CAD mechanical models, electrical and wiring schematics, P&IDs, network diagrams, I/O lists, and bills of materials.

• Integrate mechanical components with electrical systems to ensure they work together seamlessly. This may involve wiring, connecting sensors and actuators, and programming control systems.

• Work with stakeholders to understand test specifications and create concise requirements for the mechanical and software engineering groups.

• Create accurate project documentation, including schematics and operational manuals.

• Conduct research to adopt the latest technologies and improve system performance.

• Work with manufacturing, engineering, and service organizations to implement and validate advanced manufacturing processes into production.

• Assist in the creation of CapEx for new equipment.

• Procure components, including search catalogs, requesting quotes, gathering lead time information, and completing purchase requisitions and track part status to keep builds on schedule.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to interpret or develop equipment specifications, complex drawings, schematics, and follow machine control software.

• Mechanical CAD experience designing fixtures desired (Solidworks and AutoCAD)

• Ability to select and evaluate sensors, actuators, motors, and control devices based on system requirements.

• Experience connecting PC systems, PLC’s, DAQ hardware, communication ports, and instrumentation.

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Tools.

• Excellent mechanical aptitude with the skills to set up and utilize various mechanical and electronic laboratory equipment.

• Ability to get along with others in a team environment and to follow all safety procedures. This individual shall possess great interpersonal skills to work with technicians and engineers.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education and Experience

• BS in Engineering or other technical field and 2+ years of production equipment design or manufacturing engineering experience required.

• Proven experience designing and documenting electro-mechanical systems.

• Experience designing/troubleshooting fluid systems (pneumatic or compressed gas) highly desired.