Department: Product Development
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Location: Reedsburg, Wisconsin
Job Description
We currently have an opportunity available for a Mechanical Engineer to work in new product development and to help support current production. This individual will be responsible for the design, prototyping, drafting, costing, and production support of all mechanical components.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent work experience in an engineering environment
Responsibilities & Expectations:
- Mechanical design for new product development - design mechanical components that meet the required performance specifications
- Manage the flow of materials, mechanical parts, bill-of-materials, and subassemblies for product development teams •
- Work with the purchasing department to identify and manage long lead time parts
- Work with engineering to test prototypes
- Work with manufacturing to transition designs from project team prototypes to production
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Basic understanding of mechanics, materials, and mechanical components
- Understanding of methods and tools used for mass production of mechanical parts
- Minimum 2 years experience using 3D CAD (Autodesk Inventor strongly preferred)
- Strong organizational skills
- Basic knowledge of personal computers and the Internet
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Ability to work weekend and/or evening hours when required
Desired Experience and Skills:
- Experience using a mill, drill press, and other light machining tools for prototyping
- Shows creativity and has a good artistic eye
- Familiarity with analog and digital audio recording processes and equipment
- Interest and experience in audio design, music, and use of professional audio products
Contact: E-mail careers@sounddevices.com or fax cover letter and resume to +1 (608) 524-0655. No telephone inquiries.