Lead Mechanical Engineer/ Engineer Manager

THE PROTECH STORY

Since 1980, ProTech has been making rugged accessories for working Class 8, Medium Duty, and Light Trucks.  We employ innovative custom designers, engineers, metal fabrication craftsmen, and one of the best Customer Service teams in the nation.  If you are a highly skilled, enthusiastic, and goal oriented team player, ProTech is the right place for you.  We offer a competitive pay structure, full benefits, and above all else, a fun and always challenging work environment.  Start a new adventure by submitting your resume to ProTech Industries today.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual is in training and developing their ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Apply your proficiency in sheet metal fabrication techniques to design components and structures that are optimized for strength, durability and ease of assembly.
• Design custom truck accessories and Flatbeds using SolidWorks 2022
• Create comprehensive design documentation, including technical drawings, bill of materials, and design specifications.
• Communicate complex concepts in clear simple terms within various functions of the company.  This role interfaces between customers, customer service, engineering services and new product development.
• Maintains list of Design Error Lessons Learned and ensures that ECR’s and/or process updates capture corrective actions.
• Applies quality principles while creating new designs.  Flexible to work on complex custom orders & new product development projects as needed.  Understands and uses Failure Mode Effects Analysis when appropriate.
• May occasionally interface with customers when creating new complex designs; specifically around defining complex requirements and optimizing the design.
• Utilize SolidWorks to create detailed product designs and engineering drawings. Ensure that designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and compliant with industry standards and regulations.
• Own and Execute ‘Manufacturing Integration CAD Review’ for complex custom orders.
• Reviews fabrication process of customs daily ensuring that design requirements are understood by the manufacturing team.
• Collaborate with external partners and design resources to address product development challenges, ensuring top-tier design quality and performance.  Maintain effective communication with engineers and manufacturing personnel as required.
• Evaluate and select appropriate materials for product components, considering factors such as strength, weight, and durability.

Essential Requirements

• Experience with all classes of trucks in either Sales, Service, Fabrication, Design, etc. or someone that genuinely LOVES trucks, 4×4’s and the trucking industry.
• Must be proficient in SolidWorks
• Must have experience with sheet metal and hands on mechanical engineering experience within the automotive and/or trucking industries.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Must possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills.  May occasionally interface with customers during design work.
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field.
• Strong analytical skills and hands-on mechanical skills.
• Ability to brainstorm, conceptualize, and develop innovative product ideas that address the needs and preferences of trucking professionals.
• Strong knowledge of ASME Y14.5 and related stack analysis.
• Working knowledge of fabrication shop equipment such as lasers, press brakes, welders, and robots. Bonus consideration for machined part creation experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and cost considerations.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds of materials and equipment.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Frequent use of a computer and keyboard for extended periods.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must have the physical dexterity to manipulate and assemble small components and prototypes as needed.

Benefits

• We fund roughly 70% cost for medical and dental benefits for employees and dependents on the 1st of the month after 60 days of active employment.
• We offer 401k with a company match of $.50 on the dollar up to 6%
• We offer sick time immediately upon hire and an anniversary-based time off policy along with 10 paid holidays a year.
• We provide $100,000 Life Insurance & AD/D policies for all employees.
• We also have Employee Assistance Programs, appreciation gifts, employee events, and much more!

PROTECH CORE VALUES

• Safety
• ProTech Pride and Passion
• Honesty and Integrity
• Our Relationships Matter
• Own and Execute