Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Join us at GEOKON Inc (est. 1979), a proud 100% ESOP company and The World Leader in Vibrating Wire Technology®, in the manufacturing of instrumentation and data loggers used in civil, mining and structural engineering projects throughout the world. We continuously seek new and experienced talent to assist us in not only creating and implementing great products that our customers need, but also, to maintain and grow our fantastic culture built on integrity and respect. If our goals and values resonate with you, we would love to connect!
GEOKON is actively seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your design engineering skills, helping to deliver GEOKON's next generation of geotechnical and structural instrumentation! In this key role, you’ll be at the forefront of GEOKON's new product development pipeline, bringing innovative, robust product designs to market.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have strong design engineering skills, a passion for innovation and new product development, and a willingness and ability to work as part of a team. This position requires a core understanding of mechanical engineering principles and processes to succeed. Prior geotechnical experience is not required. However, applicants should have a strong understanding of industrial product development and working within a manufacturing organization. Responsibilities of this role include:
- Responsibility for all aspects of mechanical product design, working both independently and as part of a team, to meet specifications for the development of new and custom geotechnical products
- Specific responsibilities include detailed product design, modeling, analysis, testing, validation, materials selection, manufacturing readiness, documentation, and product reliability
- Technology development, including investigating new technologies, benchmarking and evaluating competitive product lines
- Apply best engineering practice to solve manufacturing problems, taking a sound, structured approach to problem solving. Use data to drive decisions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree with minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience
- High proficiency/experience using CAD/CAM software: SolidWorks (preferred) or similar software
- Self-motivated, diligent and enthusiastic with a professional approach to your work and colleagues.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work within cross-functional teams
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong technical and mechanical aptitude
- Excellent team player with the ability to work well across functional teams
- Self-motivated, diligent and enthusiastic with a professional approach to both work and colleagues
- Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including experience supporting electromechanical assembly
- GD&T, Statistical Analysis, DFM/DFMA, dFMEA, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), VE/VA (Value Engineering/Value Analysis), Structured Problem Solving
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
- Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
- Willingness to travel, when necessary
What to expect with GEOKON:
- 100% Employee-Owned Company ---When the company does well, so do you, with Employee Stock Ownership
- Dynamic and supportive culture built on innovation, integrity and respect
- Flexible work schedules
- Educational Reimbursement
- Wellness Reimbursement
- Generous Time Off Policy including 9 paid holidays and up to 24 hours of volunteer time, to support the communities and organizations that matter to you!