Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Description

About Ergotron:

Ergotron, Inc. is a global leader in designing ergonomic solutions that connect people and technology to enhance human performance, health and happiness. Through its 40+-year history, Ergotron has led the industry with innovative, professional-grade products and customer-focused service. The company has earned more than 200 patents and through the Technology of Movement™, established a growing portfolio of products and solutions to help create environments that promote wellness, productivity and efficiency. 

Ergotron is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a strong presence in North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.ergotron.com. 

Position Summary:

• The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and validation of mechanical components, subsystems, and systems for new and existing products.  
• The Senior Mechanical Engineer plays a critical role across the full product lifecycle by partnering closely with internal and external stakeholders to address known and unplanned technical issues with robust, manufacturable, and cost-effective solutions.
• This position requires strong technical leadership, hands-on engineering capability, and the ability to balance new product development with ongoing manufacturing and product support.

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for designing components that are injection molded, diecast, and several other manufacturing processes
• Contributes to the progression of engineering capabilities and best practices
• Develops validation plans alongside Testing, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering teams
• Understands and facilitates Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews with internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborates with suppliers to review technical documentation, understand concerns that merit consideration, and conduct releases or revisions where necessary
• Supports the creation of product requirements and engineering specifications for future products platforms
• Reviews all documentation for design feasibility, intended impact, technical accuracy, and completeness
• Assures designs meet the functional requirements as defined by technical specifications and pertinent regulatory standards
• Participates in design reviews to communicate issues and gain consensus that proposed solutions are appropriate for the situation
• Keeps abreast of new design, manufacturing, and material development practices
• Coordinates prototyping and testing activities that verifies and validates design expectations are met
• Additional duties as requested.
• Supports site specific QMS initiatives for continuous process improvement.

Position Requirements (Knowledge and Experience):

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 7+ years of experience in an engineering design environment, preferably in an industry similar to that of Ergotron
• Technical understanding of manufacturing processes including sheetmetal, welding, injection molding, extrusion, and casting
• Experience with consumer products (electro-mechanical) design and manufacturing a plus.
• Knowledge of engineering practices and documentation methods including bills of material (BOM) and engineering change orders (ECO)
• Self-motivated, creative, and capable of handling and prioritizing multiple projects
• Ability to champion and model behavior reinforcing Ergotron’s core values
• Must possess a collaborative working style that thrives in a cross-functional team environment
• A track record of high achievement, meeting/exceeding goals, and driving results
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to actively listen
• Must have a passion for customer satisfaction and success
• Proficient with SolidWorks (or other 3D parametric modeling software)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Must be able to travel as required (less than 10%, including possible international travel)
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job as described to you for the position
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job as described to you for the position.

Benefits:

• Ergotron provides a fast-paced, innovative and flexible work environment with a comprehensive and competitive pay and benefits package. (Use below bullets for United States, delete for Global positions)
• Our total rewards package includes, but not limited to; competitive wages consisting of base pay, bonus and/or incentive pay based on position, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, 401k with match, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 
• We work hard and we recharge. With competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) programs which includes vacation and sick and safe time, and eleven paid holidays our employees have ample time throughout the year to spend with family and friends, traveling or relaxing.
• We are proud to support our employees and their growing families by offering ten weeks of paid maternity leave, four weeks of paid paternity leave, and three days of paid grandparents leave.
• Both our newest and our most tenured employees are formally recognized. Our career milestones program ensures that our new team members feel welcome and rewards employees at five years, ten years, fifteen years and beyond.

Core Values:

• Customer-Centric Innovation
• Built to Last
• Always Improving
• Integrity