Mechanical Engineer

Company Overview:

Since 1956, Milwaukee Cylinder has been a leader and innovator in the hydraulic and pneumatic actuation field. Our broad product line offers a solution for virtually every possible cylinder application. We offer years of experience in the design and manufacture of fluid power products with special operating and design requirements.

Mission:

Our mission is to operate in ways that excite our distributors and end-customers. Offer knowledgeable discussions, responsive answers, quick quotes, fast shipment lead times, while offering quality products that excel in demanding environments and niche applications, and while introducing new solutions that improve productivity.

Values:

Innovative, collaborative, respectful, "everyone has meaning" environment; can-do attitudes; positive customer experience; a safe, enjoyable place to work; a livable wage with health care and retirement benefits.

Position Summary:

Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for supporting product design, order entry, and custom quoting while collaborating with manufacturing and engineering teams. This role provides technical support for production, contributes to new product development, and ensures accurate CAD drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering & Drafting Support:

* Develop detailed 2D/3D CAD drawings for standard and custom products using Creo and AutoCAD.

* Assist in generating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs).

* Support the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process to update designs and resolve manufacturing issues.

* Ensure designs meet performance, safety, and manufacturability requirements.

Quoting & Customer Support:

* Assist in creating costed BOMs and initial concept drawings for custom projects.

* Work with customer service to understand application needs and provide technical recommendations.

* Collaborate with supply chain and vendors to verify component costs and availability.

New Product Development (NPD):

* Participate in brainstorming and design ideation for new product development projects.

* Assist in concept testing, validation, and prototype assembly.

* Support performance analysis using engineering calculations and FEA tools.

Manufacturing & Technical Support:

* Respond to shop floor inquiries, troubleshooting technical issues as needed.

* Support production and assembly teams in solving design-related challenges.

* Assist in evaluating returned goods for failure analysis and improvement opportunities.

Training & Documentation:

* Maintain organized records of engineering documents, drawings, and BOMs.

* Support training materials and technical product documentation as required.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

* 0-2 years of experience in mechanical design, drafting, or engineering.

* Proficiency in CAD software (Creo and AutoCAD preferred).

* Understanding of GD&T principles and engineering design standards.

* Basic knowledge of hydraulics, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

* Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.

* Familiarity with FEA, stress analysis, or hydraulic system design.

* Experience with engineering document management and BOM software.

Work Environment:

* Office and manufacturing floor environment with occasional hands-on work.

* Some lifting (up to 50 lbs) may be required for prototype assembly or testing.

Why Join Us?

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop engineering expertise in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You'll gain hands-on experience in product design, quoting, and new product development while working closely with experienced engineers and designers.