Mechanical Engineer - Level 2

About the role

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Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Position Objective

This Mechanical Engineer 2 position designs components and assemblies of prototype HVAC products, redesigns components and assemblies of current products, and may design entirely new prototype products.

This person will ensure that all drawings, specifications, production details, release information, product documentation, and any necessary design follow-up for the assigned product is delivered and meets established production requirements and schedules.

The Mechanical Engineer 2 is able to finish incomplete designs, work within a team toward a common goal, perform independently with minimal supervision, and be a strong contributor in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Creates working parameters and specification for new product concepts, new products, or improvements to existing products and ensures that all components are designed within specified parameters and are manufacturable
• Assists manufacturing and assembly during prototyping and production and performs follow-up engineering, as necessary
• Ensures that the engineering design for new products and improvements to existing products meet market, safety, quality, performance, reliability, and durability requirements
• Leads engineering projects and coordinates with the design team to ensure that all elements of the project are integrated with production
• Designs and prepares prototypes that meet the needs of sales, marketing, manufacturing, and service
• Secures the assistance of consultants or internal specialists (i.e., computer-aided engineering (CAE) analysis support engineers, manufacturing engineers, and/or vendor experts), when necessary
• Analyzes fault issues and solves engineering problems and investigates and employs the best technology available in the HVAC field
• Leads team design reviews, safety reviews, and cost manufacturing reviews throughout the project
• Ensures that all new and redesign development is engineered in accordance with all pertinent codes and specifications and that the designs reflect that engineering
• Works with manufacturing engineers, technical support engineers, and others to determine if engineering changes are needed to meet production or performance constraints
• Reviews product documentation and ensures it is complete and correct
• Confirms system and product capabilities by developing feasibility and testing methods and suitable parameters
• Performs miscellaneous duties as may be requested

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, plus 3 years of experience in the field
• Superior computer skills, with solid experience in CAD, CAM, and MATLAB/LabVIEW programs
• Proficient in Inventor or equivalent
• Demonstrates excellent mechanical, mathematical, and technical skills and abstract thinking and reasoning skills
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes and systems, engineering systems, and product coding
• Bilingual English/Spanish competence a plus
• Experience/Knowledge of HVAC systems and their design (preferred)
• Proficient using CAD to design HVAC units and sheet metal and able to produce production-ready drawings
• Experience designing and troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems for HVAC equipment
• Professional Engineering (PE) license (plus)

Base Pay Range

$81,951.00 - 112,682.90

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards

You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date. Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt's policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):

• 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
• 5 sick days
• 6 holidays
• 2 half day holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• 1 inclusion day
• 1 volunteer day

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Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.