Mechanical Lead Engineer Job Description

Mechanical Lead Engineer Job Description

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Mechanical lead engineer provides training support/mentoring in the use of best practice techniques (i.e., Solid modeling, dataset construction, CATIA V5, PDM navigation, ENOVIA LCA, IVT).

Mechanical Lead Engineer Duties & Responsibilities

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Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Create definitions of parts, modules, and assemblies in the form of 2D cross sections, 3D models, tolerance stack-ups, Critical to Quality (CTQ) notation and various electronic data formats to support analysis, manufacturing, assembly, tooling, and inspection
Responsible for creation of engineering deliverables like drawing,I&T plan, material specification,repair process, delivery instructions, assembly instructions
Responsible for optical fiber splice reliability and splicer programming
Advance engineering concepts and basic technical requirements such as mechanical stress, thermal and physical properties data into functional product definition designs
Create Computer Aided Design (CAD) models in a linked model environment using WC / Creo “Assemblies and Components” functionality, check, validate, and issue WC / Creo master models and associated drawings
Work with domestic and international suppliers to generate detail drawings with associatively linked dimensions
Coordinate and manage required plant design updates and warranty resolution in design improvements
Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance, and other personnel
Performing project Mechanical Domain activities in compliance with QDC commitments
Defining requierements and mechanical interfaces to equipments (Allocate volume, weight, location 3PL)

Mechanical Lead Engineer Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Mechanical Lead Engineer

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: LEED, FAA, LEAN, UL, II, MRB, OSR, GD&T, IEEE, EMC

Education for Mechanical Lead Engineer

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the mechanical lead engineer job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and University Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Technical, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Design, Education, Physics, Manufacturing, Chemistry, Science

Skills for Mechanical Lead Engineer

Desired skills for mechanical lead engineer include:

CATIA-V5 and 3Dcom/Enovia
Doors®
Programming
CATIA V5
3D CAD modeling are key components of this role
API 6A Equipment: Wellheads
Actuators
Assembly
Field of manufacturability of mechanical parts
Field of manufacturability of mechanical parts and of designing on stiffness

Desired experience for mechanical lead engineer includes:

Applying TD rules, processes and tools (single-domain) and ensuring Mechanical Domain deliverables quality and their acceptance by the Customer (internal or external) within committed limits
Managing production of deliverables in accordance with Planning targets on Mechanical Domain assigned workpackages
Designing products taking into account project requirements (performances, manufacturability, serviceability, testability, etc)
Preparing and documenting Mechanical Domain Design Reviews according to project schedule and following-up the main open actions
Checking respect of Allocated volumes/interfaces (no-clashes) on internal design
Resolving Project Mechanical issues and following challenging actions (single domain)

Mechanical Lead Engineer Examples

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Mechanical Lead Engineer Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a mechanical lead engineer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for mechanical lead engineer
  • Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
  • Design and develop complex models or simulations to support HRSG piping and pressure parts during operation
  • Ownership of the mechanical product architecture
  • Identify analysis (FEA, TA, ) and prototyping needs required to enable predictable and successful system builds
  • Ensure thorough documentation of studies and design decisions
  • Contribute to the success and development of individuals on the project team by defining clear expectations, providing timely and specific feedback, and holding others accountable
  • Concept design and development of high complex parts and assemblies for systems like vacuum chambers, heaters and high temperature applications
  • Develop concept design and execute high complex Mechanical design projects
  • To do site assessment and write organized / structured report for repair / recommendation
  • To prepare 3D and 2D drawing for parts and assemblies of Generator product
Qualifications for mechanical lead engineer
  • Proficiency in selection of materials and OEM (Off the shelf) components like fasteners, valves, gauges, fittings
  • Must be at least SC cleared with eligibility for DV clearance
  • Bachelor degree and at least 6 years of mechanical engineering
  • Experience in Designing, developing, integrating, and testing sensor and communication systems
  • Demonstrated expertise in Mechanical Engineering, Design, Production Engineering, Configuration Management, and Engineering Change Requests
  • Experience leading functional groups in the development of products in compliance with IPDS, EVMS and other specific functional processes
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Mechanical Lead Engineer Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a mechanical lead engineer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for mechanical lead engineer
  • Leading the mechanical subsystem for a complete product line
  • Developing innovative designs/improving legacy designs to meet all requirements for performance, reliability, cost and manufacturability
  • Leading quality-engineering projects that provide imaginative solutions to engineering and customer issues/ complaints
  • Developing and maintaining mechanical subsystem vitality, quality and engineering project funnel
  • Ability to find root cause to common customer issues through analysis, investigation/ CAPA process
  • Supervision and coaching of junior engineers and resource contractors
  • Act as activity leader of department activities within a project
  • Technology management within assigned field
  • Accountable to choose design concepts and solutions, components, tools and methods
  • Participate as expert in design reviews
Qualifications for mechanical lead engineer
  • Experience working with US Army programs and stakeholders, including the EO/IR Family of Systems
  • Applying systems engineering practices and processes to design and configuration management of complex, software-intensive systems, and demonstrating excellence in conducting system engineering, analytical, and trade study activities using structured techniques
  • Leading functional groups in the development of products in compliance with IPDS, EVMS and other specific functional processes
  • Risk and Opportunity Management certified
  • Concept design and development of high complex parts and assemblies for systems like vacuum chambers, fluid delivery systems, high temperature applications
  • Requires independent handling of firmware development for medium and large Size embedded applications for Energy Meters
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Mechanical Lead Engineer Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a mechanical lead engineer. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for mechanical lead engineer
  • Prepare relevant design and quality documentation and layouts using CATIA in accordance with appropriate standards and design rules
  • Define material specifications for various steam turbine component
  • Carry out necessary calculations and analysis related to these components (using company software, spreadsheets or hand calculations)
  • Collect, analyse and provide resolution on technical data from vendor, site or customer
  • Rendering technical consultation, assessments and technical judgements and disposition of NCRs
  • Carry out the work in accordance to appropriate norms, design rules and liaison with internal and external partners in the global engineering and manufacturing supply chain
  • Meet deadlines for documentation (maintain On Time Delivery), quality and budgets
  • Support technical tendering design teams
  • Elaborate and implement product development, process improvement and cost reduction initiatives
  • Defend the design in the relevant design reviews
Qualifications for mechanical lead engineer
  • Professional License in multiple states
  • LEED AP desired but not required
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Carrier HAP or Trane Trace and MS Office suite
  • Proficiency with COMcheck, EnergyGauge (FlaCom), and Energy Pro (for CA Title 24) applications
  • Bachelor or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from recognized college/university
  • Aerospace mechanisms experience highly desired
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Mechanical Lead Engineer Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of mechanical lead engineer. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for mechanical lead engineer
  • Development of power electronic converter modules for HVDC & FACTs
  • Specification of key components, such as cables, busbar, heatsink, metal, plastic components
  • Integration with other engineering departments for product development
  • Support industrial application such as installation, pre-commissioning or maintenance
  • Actively broadening and deepening HVDC knowledge and share specialised expertise to other engineers of any level
  • Strict adherence to Zero Deviation policy and promote EHS within the team
  • Travel for chain integration 10% of the time
  • Review drawings and ensure proper GD&T is used to best represent design intent and manufacturability
  • Lead the mechanical integration efforts of product design and development
  • Design components to meet all functional requirements using Creo
Qualifications for mechanical lead engineer
  • Define scope, plan and execute multiple projects with On-time Delivery and maintain Quality
  • Strong engineering fundamentals, attention to detail, good understanding of drawings, GD&T, design calculations, component & system design and validation techniques
  • Good understanding on manufacturing processes e.g casting, fabrication and the tools/fixtures associated with them
  • BS or MS degree in a mechanical engineering, computer science or computer engineering
  • 5+ years experience in facility infrastructure planning, design, analysis, and integration of high performance computing systems and supporting network, parallel file systems, and server infrastructure or related experience
  • Experience with high performance computing architectures and mass storage systems, to include parallel file systems
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Mechanical Lead Engineer Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of mechanical lead engineer. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for mechanical lead engineer
  • Have responsibility for all aspects of assigned project work
  • Help develop and lead the Mechanical Engineering team
  • Work and liaise with associated engineering disciplines as part of delivering projects
  • Run the commercial and contractual side of projects
  • Create and update 3D model as per contract requirements, design rules, work instructions, installation guidelines and best practices comprising of equipment, civil, piping & valves, access and maintenance hazardous area definition
  • Prepare heavy transport concept
  • Provide input for cranes and hoists equipment engineering
  • Define waste point locations and develop and own the overall Underground Network
  • Prepare/review of general arrangement, civil guide drawings, hazardous area drawings, lay-down area drawings, fire protection and escape way layout and the access and maintenance concept of the plant
  • Follow-up and checking interface data with client, partners, equipment suppliers, etc
Qualifications for mechanical lead engineer
  • Flexibility – ability to react quickly and work accurately to meet internal and external deadlines
  • Effective writing and verbal English communication skills
  • Team Centre
  • BS degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school and a minimum of fourteen (14) years of direct engineering experience, MS degree from an accredited engineering school and twelve (12) years of direct engineering experience or PhD degree from an accredited engineering school and nine (9) years of direct engineering experience
  • Must have design experience with Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS) and mechanisms for space applications
  • Must have working experience leading multiple projects consecutively of mechanical design teams for mid-size and large projects

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