Mechanical Engineer Job in San Antonio 78218, Texas US
Mechanical Engineer
FBD Partnership, LP seeks a Mechanical Engineer to provide product design/development and engineering support to specific product projects through design and technical support in accordance with customer requirements.
Primary Duties:
· Initiates and implements new products, product design changes and/or improvements.
· Develops prototype parts.
· Performs/coordinates product testing.
· Investigates and resolves field problems related to specific products.
· Evaluates and initiates production deviations, engineering drawings, Engineering Change Notices (ECN), and Bills of Materials.
· Communicates with customers and vendors on requirements and materials needed for project completion.
· Provides technical support for product line to customers, vendors, sales, and manufacturing departments.
· Coordinates and manages implementation of equipment for specific customer accounts.
· Identify and drive cost reduction initiatives.
· Lead cross-functional teams in new product commercialization.
Education Experience:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering required.
· Minimum (3-5) years experience preferred.
· Technical curriculum or knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid flow, materials science, and/or electro-mechanics.
· Experience in several of the following areas: precision mechanics, robotics, electromechanical systems, broad knowledge of automation, pneumatics, and design with sheet metal and plastics (injection and thermoforming). Emphasis on injection molded part design with understanding of tooling.
· Must be proficient in the use of parametric solid modeling software. Solidworks experience preferred.
· Must be proficient in the use of industry best practices for engineering design (FMEA, DFMA, etc).
· Knowledge of beverage dispensing industry preferred.
· Knowledge of quality processes, costs of defects, and how quality relates to the design and manufacturing of the product.
· Statistical knowledge including working knowledge of Minitab. Six Sigma experience.
· 25% travel required.
· Possess valid state driver’s license.
To Apply: Send resume with salary history to recruiter@fbdfrozen.com .
Founded in 1996, FBD is a privately-owned company based in San Antonio, TX. Through unmatched value, service and reliability, FBD is the undisputed leader in frozen beverage dispensers. FBD customers include the world’s leading companies in the quick-service restaurant, convenience store, theater, mass-merchandiser and theme park industries. We are dedicated to constant engineering innovation and focused solely on frozen beverage dispensers.
FBD offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include medical, dental, life, short/long term disability, educational assistance, 401(k), paid holidays, and paid time off. To learn more about our company, visit www.fbdfrozen.com. FBD is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer