Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Location: Austin, Texas

Job Overview

Infinitum is looking for a full-time Mechanical Engineer to work on site in our fan engineering team. In this role you will be a key contributor in developing proprietary commercial and industrial fan systems for Infinitum.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct product design and development following general design guidelines and tools including CAD programs.
• Conduct calculations and analysis using closed-form methods, computer applications, and FEA and other simulation tools. Develop calculation tools for specific problems.
• Support other departments and customers by addressing technical questions under general design guidelines.
• Review drawings, schematics, bills of material, and other documentation necessary to manufacture, test, install, and commission products.
• Create and enhance specific design guidelines by leveraging past experience and technical learning.
• Develop new products by providing input on specifications, designing and building prototypes, devising validation tests, and preparing supporting documentation.
• Provide input to project feasibility and cost analysis.
• Participate in product improvement, productivity improvement, standardization, cost reduction, and cycle time reduction initiatives. Lead some of these initiatives.
• Provide disposition to non-conformances and participate in corrective actions providing technical input based on established design guidelines.

Must-Have Skills

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university in Engineering or Physical Science with 4+ years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic design knowledge of machined components, sheet metal parts, castings, and injection molded components.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (CSWP preferred), including sheet metal design and generating manufacturing drawings.
• Understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T and how to apply it to manufacturing drawings.
• In-depth understanding of design for manufacturability and manufacturing processes particularly regarding sheet metal fabrication.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks independently based on internal guidelines and should be comfortable wearing multiple hats within the organization.

Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience using FEA software conducting stress and/or thermal analysis.
• Experience using CFD software conducting fluid/thermal analysis.
• Experience with PDM or other document management software.
• Experience with rotating equipment, motors/VFDs, and commercial/industrial fans.
• Familiarity with AMCA/ANSI/ISO/UL/ETL/NEC standards regarding commercial and industrial fans.
• Basic programming skills in any language such as VBA, Python,.NET, etc. and the ability to utilize those skills to solve complex engineering problems.
• Project management experience especially regarding new product development/introduction (NPD/NPI).

Benefits

We have created a community at Infinitum, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is working together to achieve our goals.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) - includes employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) - Traditional and Roth
• Stock Options
• Open Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Potential Relocation Assistance
• Flexible schedule - including hybrid possibilities
• Company Paid Lunch on Thursdays
• Community Give-back Opportunities