Mechanical Engineer 2 - Full-time

Title

Mechanical Engineer II

Department

Manufacturing Engineering

Reports to

Continuous Improvement Manager

SEE YOUR CAREER THROUGH A NEW LENS WITH RPO!

RPO is a global leader in precision optics, optical components, and optical assemblies. We specialize in a full spectrum of products & services including – Design and Engineering, Systems Integration, Lens Assembly, Visible and Infrared Components, Glass and Plastic Molded Aspheres, and Thin Film Coating. As one of the fastest growing companies in Rochester, RPO offers exciting career paths and work on market-leading programs. See below one of many career opportunities to join to RPO team!

Job Summary:

Provide mechanical design, production fixturing, engineering support, modeling, and analytical work in support of current and new commercial and/or defense related products. Responsibilities will include the creation of Computer Aided Design (CAD) models and drawings of optical and mechanical components for current and future production processes.

Determines parts and tools needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the optics manufacturing field. Regularly interface with engineering, production support group, and proactively communicates with internal customers on project status and the resolution of issues that may arise during the production schedule. Research, design, and develop tools, production fixturing, machines, controls, equipment, and mechanical processes.

Additional responsibilities will be the daily review of optical and mechanical drawings created by the candidate and/or from other designers for implementation into RPO’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. The candidate will be required to have a vast understanding of mechanical drawing standards, ISO-9001 and ASME y 14.5, along with the ability to create medium to complex Bill of Materials (BOM) for designed products.

Summary of Essential Job Duties:

• Produce high quality models and drawings of optical and mechanical systems using Solidworks and/or NX application.
• Have a solid understanding of GD&T principals and how to use them.

• Support drawing revisions, produce bill of materials, product data sheets, and aid other engineers and manufacturing personnel, as requested.

• Excellent communication skills needed for presenting results to engineering group and non-technical management team.

• A self-starter, capable of working with little direction or supervision and have the ability to follow procedures.
• Experience in tool design and fabrication techniques.
• Manages project budget, plans and schedules project timelines.

Requirements and Competencies:

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents. Ability to communicate effectively to team members and management.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts.

Educational Requirements:

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• CAD experience required.

Additional Requirements:

• Pursuant to ITAR, EAR, and other export compliance laws and regulations, applicants for this position must be U.S. Persons as defined by U.S. law, i.e., U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents ("Green Card" holders), persons granted refugee status or asylum status in the United States, or temporary residents granted amnesty.

Work Requirements:

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand: use hands to fingers, handle or feel: and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch: and talk and hear.
• The job may involve prolong periods of sitting/standing.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. May involve prolonged periods of magnified inspection (eye strain)
• Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp.
• The employee is frequently required to use the computer.

Work Environment:

• Professional office environment with routine use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machine; noise level typical of a standard office environment
• Prolonged sitting, computer and telephone use, as well as standing, filing, bending, reaching and lifting and carrying up to 15 pounds
• Exposure to manufacturing plant floor requiring the use of personal protective equipment (ear plugs, safety glasses, etc.)
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation & Benefits:

RPO offers highly competitive, total compensation packages linked directly to employee’s professional experience. RPO’s benefits include: Tuition Reimbursement Program, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 9 paid holidays, generous paid vacation and sick time and a 401(k) plan after a 60-day waiting period. Additionally, we work a 4/10 work week that provides for every other Friday as a non-work day.

Disclaimer:

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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