Summary:
The Mechatronics Engineer works collaboratively with Hiwin's technical sales team and customers to develop innovative solutions for single- and multi-axis motion system applications. Responsibilities include performing detailed technical analysis of customer requirements and developing competitive technical proposals. In addition, the role supports manufacturing, system integration, and testing of positioning stages and multi-axis systems. The Mechatronics Engineer also contributes to internal development projects and collaborates with Hiwin's international engineering teams on the introduction of new mechatronic products for the American market.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Designs, develops and enhances electro-mechanical systems and mechatronic devices;
2. Identifies areas of weaknesses in the production line or finished products and make recommendations for improvement;
3. Develops design documents for mechanical parts and final products;
4. Selects the required tools and materials for the manufacturing process;
5. Provides sales team and customers with technical support and part numbers for product selection and quotation purposes;
6. Performs mechanical engineering calculations including bearing life, load analysis, critical speed and buckling loads of ball screws, linear motion kinematics, etc., as needed to specify HIWIN components and motion systems;
7. Monitors and tests new mechanical products developed at our global headquarters in Taiwan including linear guideways, ball screws, cross roller bearings, and mechatronic systems (linear and rotary direct drive axes);
8. Meets with customers to review product requirements, and provide training and troubleshooting on product design and function;
9. Inspects, tests, and investigates issues related to product defect reports received from customers. Determines root cause and corrective actions;
10. Documents all project information for the successful completion of each job. Maintains engineering files containing customer criteria and specifications, drawings, internal machining and code compliance;
11. Creates and maintains drawings, part numbers, bill of materials, 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings;
12. Attends product review meetings. Provides feedback pertaining to product design and component selection;
13. Consults with manufacturing department to ensure designs meet the company's manufacturing capabilities.
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
14. 1 or more years of prior experience working with mechanical testing equipment and instrumentation;
15. Knowledge of servo systems pertaining to mechatronic positioning systems;
16. Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills;
17. Excellent organizational skills, process optimization and efficiency and attention to detail;
18. Capable of solving complex problems, sharing knowledge and documenting work;
19. Self-starter with ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and properly prioritize activities;
20. Familiar with office automation tools: MS Office, ERP, CAD/CAE;
* Willingness to travel occasionally to North American customer sites to support system integration, commissioning, training, and troubleshooting. Travel as needed to support trade shows and industry events. International travel to Taiwan may be required. Estimated up to 10% travel.
Required Education & Experience:
* Bachelor's Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering required;
* Up to 1-year mechanical engineering design focused on precision motion systems, integration of mechatronic components such as linear servo motors and encoders;
* At least two years mechanical engineering experience including producing 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks. Experience designing to precision tolerances;
* Demonstrated ability to work with manufacturing operations. Good understanding of manufacturing processes, CNC machine tools and CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing);
* Previous linear motion, mechatronics, or robotics experience a plus.
Hiwin Team Member Benefits:
* Hiwin pays 100% of the premium for Employee level Medical and Dental Insurance
* Dependent coverage premiums are discounted
* 100% Employer-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
* $50,000 of Life Insurance policy 100% covered
* Paid Vacation Time
* Paid PTO (Paid Time Off)
* Paid Holidays
* Retirement planning (401k & Roth 401k available)
* Education Reimbursements