Apex Tool Group is looking to solve the problem of designing and developing new and existing products from concept to production, utilizing cross-functional teams and driving development to meet product specifications and manufacturability requirements.
Requirements
- Experience with CAD software – CREO, SolidWorks, NX, etc. CREO is preferred.
- Working knowledge of various manufacturing and finishing processes (injection molding, machining, casting, forging, heat treatment, anodizing, powder coat, etc.), tolerances, fits & finishes, and GD&T.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience a plus.
- Familiarity with PPAP, DFM/DFA, DVP&R, DFMEA and PFMEA.
- Working knowledge of metals, plastics, forging, machining, grinding, forming and injection molding.
- Experience in executing complex problem-solving techniques related to design/technical issues.
- Excellent analytical skills, and good instincts and sound judgment for mechanical and structural design.
Responsibilities
- Research and development of new products and related components from concept to production.
- Participation in multi-functional product development teams with Marketing and Product Management for the development and specification of new product concepts.
- Use working knowledge of metals, plastics, forging, machining, grinding, forming and injection molding to develop and design components to meet product specifications when manufactured in a high-volume production environment.
- Create smart, innovative solutions to mechanical design challenges.
- Resolve issues and optimize designs for manufacturability and efficiency.
- Lead and contribute significantly in efforts to identify and determine product requirements, generate product models, assemblies and drawings, and develop and manage full product design documentation - including product specifications and testing requirements for performance and durability.
- Execute design validation process through prototyping, field & lab testing, and design-of-experiments.
Other
- B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
- 3-7 years of experience and knowledge working with design and manufacturing of mechanical products.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate with domestic and international cross-functional associates.
- Ability to travel up to 10%, including domestic or international
- Ability to plan, organize, and implement multiple concurrent tasks.
