Westran Thermal Processing is a leading manufacturer of industrial under the brand name Precision Quincy. The company designs, engineers, and fabricates industrial ovens, conveyors, process equipment, and automated systems used in a wide variety of industries including automotive, aerospace, medical, food, building products, packaging, electronics, and finishing. We have the privilege of working with customers at the leading edge of innovation, not only in their products, but also their materials science and manufacturing processes.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Thermodynamics, Fluid Dynamics, Electromechanical, Automation, 3D Modeling Experience

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Industrial Process Equipment Engineering department. Essential functions:

• Research, develop, and design industrial machinery, meeting engineering standards, applicable codes, customer specifications, and within cost constraints.
• Work with customers and vendors on equipment design.
• Ensure conformance to codes and to company standards for performance, quality, and manufacturability.
• Develop and maintain design layouts in the computerized system.
• Redesign standard products, improving quality and productivity, while reducing costs.
• Evaluate and select components and parts for products.
• Develop working relationships with Electrical and Controls Engineering and other departments to address and resolve issues.
• Act as a technical resource for sales personnel, service technicians, quality assurance technicians, and for product field support of customers.
• Participate in cross functional teams to address and resolve manufacturing, design, and quality problems, and to ensure the continuous improvement of processes and methods.
• Stay current and informed of new developments in industry and new parts or methods to improve products or product designs.
• Occasionally travel to customer sites.
• Comply with all housekeeping procedures, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Complete special projects, as assigned

Qualifications/Education:

• BSME degree or work experience equivalent.
• Three to five years of work experience designing industrial equipment.
• Experienced user of 3D modeling software.
• High Interest in Mechanical Design and Thermodynamics.
• Knowledge of PLC, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical control systems a plus.
• Good communication skills – written, sketching and verbal are required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and to interface productively with peer teams and departments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Chattanooga, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person