Design Engineer I

To be part of a team responsible for designing, prototyping, testing, and assembling new rehab power chairs and seating systems, and improving on existing products in accordance with the company’s procedures and protocols

 

•Design and analyze mechanical systems and assemblies including actuator driven linkages, linear motion systems, and high load structural components

•Develop, release and revise mechanical drawings and 3D models

•Ensure designs are safe, effective, manufacturable, reliable and Superior Product at Reduced Cost (SPARC) initiatives are met

•Perform inspections, verification and validation testing

•Meet and fulfill project timelines and budgets

•Assist in continuous improvement of design procedure and protocol to help drive design efficiency

•Travel to domestic and international contract manufacturers as needed for product launches

•Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents, incidents or injuries are promptly reported to management 

•Attend the Annual C-TPAT Security Training

•Focus on continuous improvement, and consistently demonstrate good business judgment 

•Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations

•Pride retains the discretion to modify duties and/or assign other duties as necessary

 

•Must be a self-starter, creative team player, friendly, professional, detail-oriented and honest

 

Must have the ability to:

•Multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize in a fast-paced working environment

•Use hand tools and standard power tools

•Read and comprehend work instructions

•Prepare and build prototypes

•Prepare and present summary reports

•Travel internationally at least twice a year for up to 2 weeks at a time

•Lift/push/pull 40 lbs.

 

Must have:

•Relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement

•Basic working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or Creo

•Strong mechanical inclination

•Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint

•Intermediate presentation, verbal and written communication skills

 

•Intermediate working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or Creo preferred

•Basic familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and simulation preferred

•Basic understanding of GD&T utilization preferred

•Basic understanding of Lean Principles preferred

•Basic working knowledge of Assistive Technology applications preferred

•Intermediate working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Product Data Management (PDM) systems preferred

•Basic familiarity with American National Standards Institute/Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (ANSI/RESNA), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards preferred

 

•No experience required

 

•At least 2,000 hours or 1 year of equivalent experience in 3D solid modeling of mechanical components and assemblies along with 2D detail drawings preferred

•At least 1 year of hands-on experience with machining, welding and fabrication of mechanical assemblies preferred

•At least 1 year of hands-on experience in the design, manufacturing and assembly of fabricated mechanical structures preferred

•At least 1 year of experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) preferred

•At least 1 year of experience in designing mechanical systems and assemblies preferred

•Current or previous successful employment experience with Pride Mobility Products Corporation preferred

 

•Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, OR Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 6 years of experience in designing mechanical systems and assemblies

 

•Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred

•Certification or Degree in a Rehabilitation Engineering related field preferred

 

•This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive

•This is a safety sensitive position

•In exceptional circumstances, some of the physical requirements of this position may be modified or eliminated as a reasonable accommodation for a person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act

 

Pride Mobility Products®/Quantum Rehab® is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

If you are a person with a disability, a disabled veteran, or require a reasonable accommodation or assistance in completing an application for employment, please contact our human resources department at 1-800-800-8586 x1440.