Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation, and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We Are Different

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You Will Get

• A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
• Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
• Fair and competitive compensation.
• Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
• Holiday, personal and vacation days.
  
  

Summary/Objective

Mechanical Engineer will focus on new product development and aide in maintaining existing products. Primary responsibility would be to develop products from concept stage to production-ready. Support existing production products through VAVE and Continuous Improvement efforts. Working closely with an internal cross-functional team as well as external customers and suppliers will be essential.

Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

• SolidWorks modeling, drawing, and simulation
• Detail component and assembly designs/models and create engineering prints with use of GD&T
• Write design validation plans and testing procedures
• Project management software - Help create project schedule and adhere to timelines
• Track and communicate design changes
• Revision control standards and BOM management
• Research and analyze data such as customer design proposal, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
• Assist engineering personnel in specifying equipment, and develop methods and procedures for testing mechanical products or systems
• Root cause analysis
• Design and modify mechanical products and systems to fit application requirements
  
  

Other Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to LCI's safety and personnel policies
• Conceptual development of products
• Assist in writing technical documents including test reports, product specifications, manuals, etc.
• Assist manufacturing assembly areas through first runs of products
• Provide instruction and technical support for LCI production and customers
• Evaluate field installations and recommend design modifications
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Suppliers to assure most efficient methods of manufacture (DFM) and assembly (DFA) are developed to meet appropriate specifications.
• Finalize all engineering documentation necessary for product release and revision.
• Assist in establishing and/or upgrading internal engineering standards and practices.
• All other responsibilities assigned by management.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Primarily working indoors, office environment.
• May sit for several hours at a time.
• Prolonged exposure to computer screens.
• Repetitive use of hands to operate computers, printers, and copiers.
• Travel to customer or other Lippert facilities may be required
• Floor time at customers or other Lippert facilities may be required which may include walking, kneeling, crouching, sitting, standing
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience using 3D CAD software (AutoCAD, Inventor, or SolidWorks preferred)
• At least 3 years of Maintenance, Mechanical, or related industrial experience
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal partners
• Self-motivated, proactive individual capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to drive and influence technical decisions aligned with business objectives
• Strong capability to analyze technical and strategic issues and clearly present recommendations to management
• Effective communication and presentation skills with both customers and cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated commitment to Quality, LEAN principles, and continuous improvement initiatives
  
  

Competencies

• Analyzing Information
• Understanding of complex mathematical concepts
• Confidentiality
• Team Player
• Quality Focus
• Results Driven
• Time Management.
• Organizational Skills
  
  

Supervisory Responsibility

This role does not have any supervisory responsibilities upon hiring.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to walk, sit, stand, bend, lift, and move continually during working hours. Is subject to lifting over 25 pounds. This position can involve sitting for various periods of time, and also requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching throughout the day. The Team Member must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

This is a full-time position, and the expected work hours are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; weekend and overnight work could also become necessary.

Travel

Travel will be minimal and would be primarily local during the business day.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Manufacturing/industry experience.
• Experience working with multiple discipline projects
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Organizational skills, communication proficiency, initiative, thoroughness, and time management
  
  

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

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