Job Summary
Performs a variety of engineering work including such areas as design, production manufacturing, test, calibration and efficiency.
Duties and Requirements of the Job
- This is entry level of engineering assignments.
- Performs hands-on engineering work such as carburetor or EFI calibration and engine testing.
- As required by the business, works with various products, equipment and disciplines to increase production, quality, efficiency, volume and/or environmental suitability.
- Gathers, coordinates and applies basic engineering data using established and appropriate or defined engineering principles and procedures.
- Designs, coordinates and applies engineering concepts in the development of fuel systems.
- Develops test methods and techniques for evaluation of new ideas and concepts.
- Performs such individual assignments as supervisors and superiors may direct; ensures adequate and continuous controls are exercised over all assigned activities affecting quality; establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Company and the community; and maintains the professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.
Required Training, Knowledge and Experience
- In depth knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, methods and is disciplined in their application. Knowledge is typically evidenced by a bachelor’s degree in one or more of the engineering sciences.
- A team player willing to learn and contribute.
- Hands on job application (demonstrable experience essential).
- Aggressive, results oriented skills with a passion to meet project plans, timing and cost targets willing to work through time consuming problems to achieve the desired goal.
- Good planning and organizational skills are essential.
- Non-conventional (creative) but realistic thinker in solving problems (concepts must be reduced to practical solutions to meet project plans)
- Analytical skills- must be comfortable in the analysis, interpretation and application of test data to meet goals.
- Knowledge of IC engine technology. (may be from job or hobby experience)
Essential Functions
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Performs hands-on engineering work such as carburetor calibration and engine testing.
- As required by the business, works with various products, equipment and disciplines to increase production, quality, efficiency, volume and/or environmental suitability.
- Gathers, coordinates and applies basic engineering data using established and appropriate or defined engineering principles and procedures.
- Designs, coordinates and applies engineering concepts in the development of fuel systems.
- Develops test methods and techniques for evaluation of new ideas and concepts.
Physical Requirements
- Occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds and frequently carries up to 30 pounds.
- Maneuvers in, around, under, and about factory and/or laboratory equipment on a regular and continuous basis.
- Some of work time is spent standing, walking, lifting, and bending.
- Works at telephone answering equipment, design equipment, and at a PC.
- Works within a components manufacturing, office, and laboratory setting and is exposed to heat, cold, wet, and fumes/chemicals.
- Regularly travels to plant and customer sites.
