Staff Mechanical Engineer - Dynisco Instruments, LLC

Position Overview:

Dynisco is a global leader in the design and manufacture of pressure sensors for demanding plastic and oil and gas applications, as well as automated rheological capital equipment sold to polymer laboratories around the world. The successful candidate will be a primary contributor to the next wave of sensing and capital equipment solution development, and to the acceleration of our product development funnel activities.

How You Will Make a Difference

Technical

• Take a lead mechanical role in moving new product design projects from concept to production.
• Personally execute mechanical design and development activities for new sensors, transducers, and polymer test equipment (concept development and feasibility analysis, detailed design, verification testing, and hand-off to production).
• Develop and execute test plans to evaluate and characterize both design components and integrated sensor assemblies
• Support Manufacturing scale up and ongoing operations, including designing tooling (fixtures/jigs) and manufacturing work instructions, and troubleshooting and solving sustaining issues as needed.
• Research, evaluate, and report on new sensing and automation technologies
• Complete Engineering Change Orders, including 3D CAD models and drawings (SolidWorks, SolidEdge). Create and revise product BOMs, routings, and operations as required
• Work with Marketing and Application Engineers to develop functional and technical specifications for new products.
• Identify required product configuration/design changes as related to new sales orders
• Provide technical support for outsourcing activities and manufacturing issue resolution
• Manage regulatory documentation in compliance with Dynisco's quality system and industry standards. Support quality improvement initiatives as required.

Project Management

• Familiarity working within a stage gate development process. Adhere to disciplined design process using design controls, FMEA, rapid prototyping and design reviews.
• Understand project requirements, anticipate development challenges, and deliver robust solutions on schedule and budget.
• Assist management in the development of accurate project plans; coordinate project activities with other stakeholders to ensure on time delivery to project commitments.
• Work effectively with multi-disciplinary design teams to ensure integration of all stakeholder inputs in the development of comprehensive new product design specifications.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with 20+ years of design experience. MSME preferred.

Competencies You Need to be Successful

• Experience designing and operationalizing automated capital equipment a must.
• Experience designing automated fluidic systems a plus.
• Knowledge of GD&T, DOE, DFM, DFA, FEA, DFEA, PFMEA.
• Experience in CAD and Solidworks a must. SolidEdge a plus.
• Experience managing projects a plus
• Experience managing direct reports a plus
• Knowledge of design and manufacture of precision metal components using various fabrication techniques (welding, brazing, heat treating, plating, turning, milling, grinding, etc,) a plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills - experience with root cause and corrective action a plus
• Strong communication skills required (listening and speaking) - ability to distill complex technical topics into clear and concise messages and calls to action.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, reports, and documents
• Ability to respond professionally to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
• Ability to effectively present information to customers, management, and co-workers
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 5 percent of the time

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

What You Can Expect from Us Our goal is to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our benefits include Health Insurance, Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k) company match on first 5%, Paid-Time Off, 11 Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program and Educational Assistance Reimbursement.
Who We Are Dynisco is a global leader in innovative applications of high precision, sensor-based technology and critical insight solutions that improve process safety and performance for the plastics, oil & gas markets. The company serves a diverse group of customers throughout the world and with more than 6 decades of commitment to helping customers, Dynisco provides the tools and services for the polymer industry allowing customers a "window into the process". The information Dynisco provides allows our customers to keep their process consistent regardless of their global locations. Dynisco's diverse portfolio of sensing and polymer test equipment delivers some of the most accurate information available in the market for the measurement of polymer rheology, pressure, and temperature. Over the next 5 years, Dynisco will be aggressively expanding its business and is seeking top-level talent to join our growing team. (www.dynisco.com) Come help us and some of the biggest names in plastic production shape the future of sustainability in the plastics industry. Learn more about us here!
Dynisco is headquartered in Franklin, Massachusetts, with facilities in Tonawanda New York, Heilbronn, Germany and Malaysia. Dynisco will not pay to relocate. We are an EOE M/F/D/V employer.

Our Team. Globally, we are a team of diverse and talented individuals. Qualified candidates come to "Dynisco with a passion to grow while making a difference with innovation, employee engagement, customer partnerships and continuous improvement.
Our Culture. Every employee has a voice. At Dynisco, new hires are selected to affect change, participate in solutions, challenge the norm, collaborate and contribute.

DYNISCO VALUES

• Respect: We believe in the dignity of every person and the power that can be harnessed through diversity in talents, perspectives, and experiences.
• Credibility: We strive to earn long-lasting trust and credibility with others through uncompromising ethics, integrity, quality performance, and honoring our commitments.
• Customer Commitment: We meet or exceed customer needs and expectations by demonstrating deep understanding, meaningful collaboration, and a positive productive experience.
• Pursuit of Excellence: We promote a growth mindset that fosters creativity, innovation, and learning, to drive continuous improvement.
• Community Responsibility: We actively participate in our communities to support social priorities, help those in need, and drive a more sustainable future.

At Dynisco, we value the unique backgrounds, skills and abilities each team member brings to our workplace. We believe everyone deserves a fair opportunity to succeed and appreciate the experiences and perspectives each person brings beyond the traditional job requirements. Please don't hesitate to apply even if you do not meet full requirements - we'd love to hear from you!