Mechanical Engineer

Cole Instrument Corp Santa Ana, CA, California
mechanical engineer engineering design engineering manager manager marketing generate assembly electrical mechanical materials finishes
September 16, 2022
Cole Instrument Corp
Santa Ana, CA, California
FULL_TIME

Job Description


  • Design components from customer or marketing specifications and generate layout, detail, sub-assembly, final assembly, and outline drawings to completely define the product's electrical and mechanical parameters.

  • Generate specification control drawings for all purchased parts required to manufacture a product.

  • Coordinate the documentation required for the development of new products with the Engineering Manager.

  • Be cognizant of new developments in technology, materials, processes, and manufacturing techniques relating to the company's products.

  • Assist the marketing department in the preparation of pictorial art describing the company's products, as assigned.

  • Convert design concepts into proposal drawings as requested by the Engineering Manager.

  • Work with the Engineering Manager in the selection of the best processes and materials to be used to achieve the highest quality product within established cost restraints.

  • Design developmental and production tooling required for the fabrication of prototype or standard products, as assigned.

  • Have complete familiarity with the use of a Computer Aided Design (CAD) system for the creation of documentation with a professional format consistent with MIL standards.

  • Allocate workload consistent with established task schedules.

  • Assemble samples and prototypes as well as repair defective switch mechanisms.

  • Review customer specifications for agreement with Cole Instrument's product specifications.

  • Analyze dimensional and electrical tolerances to verify compliance to the total error budget specified.

  • Be familiar with standard machine surface finishes as well as supplementary finishes such as plating, anodizing, irradiating, etc.

  • Have a comprehensive knowledge of the company's products, including their strengths and weaknesses.

  • Make suggestions on product improvement that will serve to improve the company's competitive posture.

  • Maintain the Engineering Test Lab and all its equipment in prime condition.

  • Strong verbal and written English skills.

  • ·Familiarity with the Windows PC environment.

  • Ability to work well as part of a team.

  • Rotary Switches experience preferred


  • EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 2 years' experience as a mechanical engineer.
    EDUCATION / TRAINING: A Bachelor in Engineering from an accredited college or university.



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