Newark, DE, 19725, USA
1 day ago
Mechanical Design Engineer
At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers (https://careers.dupont.com/us/en/whyjoinus) The Dupont Vespel® manufacturing site in Newark, DE is hiring a full-time mechanical design engineer to join the manufacturing technology team primarily focused on the design of new manufacturing tooling, production support equipment, and quality fixtures and gauges. **Responsibilities:** + Compaction Tool Design + Read and understand CAD drawings fromcurrentcustomers + Create SolidWorks models and drawingsof compaction tool assemblies us 2D and 3D geometry of customer drawings + Create SolidWorks Assembly files showing all key components as well as the importantmechanicalconfigurations + Lead tool designreviewswhere3D and 2D is presentedtoand reviewed by operations, engineering, and quality functions + Select tool materials consistent with mechanical design principles and thedesiredtool life + Complete final mechanical design package + Obtain pricing from approved Pencader vendors and provide technical support during the fabrication of the tooling. + Ensure tools arrive as designed and function properly during installation and production + Production Equipment Design + Create mechanical designs and drawings for part grippers, part trays, part mandrels, cutting fixtures, inspection gauges, and inspection overlays + Support maintenance team as needed with equipment to aid in reducing routine and emergency downtime + Develop technical knowledge of the capabilities of all the directformpresses including mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and multi-level. + Develop working knowledge of each vendor’s capabilities and engage in technical discussions todeterminetheoptimaldesign for producing high-quality cost-effective parts + Develop basic knowledge of metallurgy of common tool steels to ensure properselectionof individual tool components + Understanding of equipment used in high precision machiningincluding,wire EDM,sinker EDM,jig grinding, 5-axis CNC mill, kinematic mounting,heat treatment,polishing/lapping,and CMM inspection equipment. + Leverage existing manufacturing methods whenever possible + Provide engineering and design support for site capital projects + Understand and adhere to DuPontMechanical Drafting standards + Communicate effectively with global members of manufacturing technology,operationsand quality organizations **Qualifications:** + Bachelor’sdegree in mechanical engineering + Proficiencyin SolidWorks for 3D Model and 2D Drawing creation + Proficiencyin ASME 14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing + Basic understanding of mechanical design fundamentals including tolerance stack-up, proper sizing of locational fits, mechanical fatigue, machine dynamics + Familiarity with revision control and formal management of change (MOC) processes + Strong written and verbal communication skills + Ability to contribute to a multi-functional global team + Detail oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality + Self-motivated with strong time-management skills tohandlemultiple tasks effectively. Join our Talent Community (http://careers.dupont.com/us/en/jointalentcommunity) to stay connected with us! DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information (http://www.dupont.com/global-links/accessibility.html) . DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page (http://careers.dupont.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits) .
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