Senior Mechanical Engineer

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We’re a growing, exciting, dynamic company doing custom manufacturing work and we’re looking for exceptional people to join us as we grow our business. If you’re interested, read on.

Tescor is a Link Group Company established in 1991 to provide specialty climatic testing and control systems to the Automotive, HVAC, Pharmaceutical, and Life Sciences industries. Tescor is headquartered just outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and has a worldwide presence and industry leading reputation.

Link Engineering Company was established in 1935, and has been a family-owned company ever since. We treat our customers and employees as if they are part of our family. LINK is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment. We specialize in developing customized solutions for Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe.

We are looking for a talented Senior Mechanical Engineer who is responsible for designing and project management for industrial climatic control test equipment projects.

Main Responsibilities:

• Designs mechanical systems and products by applying the principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials engineering.
• Confirms system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods and assisting in testing finished products.
• Develops mechanical systems by studying customer requirements, researching, and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, and soliciting observations from operators.
• Develops 3-D models of parts and assemblies used to create General Arrangement and fabrication drawings.
• Performs FEA for stress and deflection as needed.
• Develops manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.
• Creates and maintains Bill of Material for systems within our ERP system.
• Works with customers to establish product requirements within specification parameters and on budget.
• Selects components based on design specifications and company best practices.
• Utilizing problem solving techniques, Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions at times with a group using reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with relevant standards and regulations.
• Confirms fabrication, assembly, and installation processes match design.
• Completes projects by training and guiding technicians.
• Reviews project results and revises design documents based on as built revisions.
• Collects and researches data, using intuition and experience to complement data.
• Perform project management duties including developing project plans; coordinating projects; communicating changes and progress.
• Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job.
• All other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex or diverse information.
• Ability to generate solutions by translating concepts and information into images, using feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving ability.
• Good organizational skills
• Experience in AutoCAD and Inventor 3-D Design and Drawing software.
• Ability to independently complete FEA analysis in Autodesk Inventor.

• The position is located in a mixed office and test laboratory environment and will involve hands-on work. Physical activity may include lifting (up to 50lbs.), bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity or sitting for long periods of time
• Ability to walk.
• Ability to see with corrective lenses.
• Ability to hear.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically

• Normal hazards related to working in an office environment, manufacturing, and testing environment
• Normal hazards related to road and air travel

LINK is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-734-453-0800. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.

Note to all Agencies / Direct Placement: LINK has a team of dedicated recruiters who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors only and on an as-needed basis. LINK has identified and finalized our list of preferred vendors and the review process has been closed. We do not accept resumes from recruiting agencies that are not a preferred vendor, have not been authorized or approved by Corporate Recruiting to partner on a position and have not signed LINK’s vendor agreement. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and LINK will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.