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Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Sumitomo ElectricRaleigh, NC, US
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Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing Equipment Engineer

The purpose of this position is to procure, install, design, maintain, and modify fiber optic cable manufacturing equipment. This position supports senior engineers in the plant engineering department as well as meeting mechanical design needs as they arise across other departments.

General functions / specific responsibilities include :

  • Specify and install new equipment
  • Prepare and issue specifications and / or design drawings for new equipment
  • Evaluate bid proposals and award contracts
  • Establish and maintain project budgets and schedules
  • Oversee installation of new equipment
  • Develop test plans to confirm new equipment functionality and safety
  • Modify existing equipment
  • Prepare design drawings based on internal requirements arising from process, safety, or quality engineering
  • Issue drawings for fabrication internally or through external vendors
  • Oversee installation and implementation of design changes
  • Repair existing equipment
  • Support maintenance department with technical advice for machine troubleshooting
  • Maintain equipment documentation
  • Provide technical details to process engineering as equipment questions arise
  • Assist plant engineering manager with engineering library organization

Duties performed occasionally or periodically :

  • Assist electrical and / or process engineers with machine troubleshooting & repair
  • Develop preventive maintenance activities and schedules
  • Provide mechanical design solutions to the product design team as needs arise
  • Coordinate process engineering and maintenance activities for new equipment installation
  • Basic qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university
  • Familiar with 3D CAD software; Solidworks preferred
  • Experience with AutoCAD for 2D layout drawings
  • Ability to communicate effectively in a complex manufacturing environment
  • Ability to evaluate mechanical issues, identify root cause, and develop long term solutions
  • Ability to maintain a safe environment for oneself and others while working around complicated electromechanical machinery
  • Desire to learn from mistakes and grow as a member of the plant engineering team
  • Proficient with Microsoft office suite (outlook, word, powerpoint, excel)
  • Prior engineering experience in an internship, co-op, or full time role (experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus)
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