Engineer I, Design
Entry-level design engineer at an internal combustion engine manufacturer, helping design and release engine components for industrial equipment. Day to day involves 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks/Creo/AutoCAD), structural and fluid simulations, validation testing, and coordinating with vendors and manufacturing teams.
- Compensation
- $75K–$85K / yr
- Location
- IL 1465 - Itasca, IL 60143
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Junior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Design
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another applicable engineering field with strong academic performance
- Demonstrated success delivering system-level application design projects using SolidWorks (Creo or AutoCAD may substitute) for 3D modeling
- Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimension & Tolerance)
- Experience/knowledge of one or more components: mounts & brackets, sheet metal, engine wire harness, clutch, isolators, hoses, cooling systems, and/or rubber belts
- Knowledge/experience with engine applications for the industrial, power generation, and/or on-highway industries
Full description
Salary range: $75,000 - $85,000 per year
Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leading manufacturer of emissions-certified powertrains specializing in customized and fully integrated turnkey solutions for the leading global equipment manufacturers in the industrial, transportation, and energy markets manufacturers. Our facilities are housed in one million square feet of engineering, assembly, operations, and distribution space across seven facilities. We are positioned to meet the high production volumes of our customers with added capacity for growth.
Summary:
The Design Engineer I is responsible for coordination and development of new internal combustion engines for use in the industrial market, as well as continuing support of the existing industrial engine lineup. This position includes coordination between engineering teams working in mechanical, electrical, electro- mechanical, fuel systems, and controls and requires a working knowledge of all the disciplines.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Assist with the design and release engine components.
- Conduct necessary simulations or analysis of components or systems including structural, fluid dynamic, vibration, and material.
- Develop and coordinate component or system validation testing as needed.
- Provide input to and support the engineering team on processes and standards to improve and enhance organizational capability.
- Coordinate, collaborate, and communicate design solutions with vendors, manufacturing operations, Customer Service, and other engineering teams.
- Assist with the development and coordination component or system validation testing as needed.
- Assist with projects to support Customer Service teams with customer field issues.
- Adhere to all safety procedures including the use of personal protective equipment and navigating the plant with alert behavior.
- All other duties as assigned by management, including travel to other PSI facilities.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or another applicable engineering field with strong academic performance.
- Demonstrated success in delivering system level application design projects, utilizing Solid Works (may substitute Creo, AutoCad, etc.) for 3D modelling.
- Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimension & Tolerance).
- Experience and/or knowledge of one or more of the following components mounts & brackets, sheet metal, engine wire harness, clutch, isolators, hoses, cooling systems, and/or rubber belts.