Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Job DescriptionThis role is located at our US Headquarters in Noblesville, IN. PURPOSEThe lead engineer defines problems, conducts research, analyzes criteria, determines solutions, and makes decisions. Much of this position’s time is spent on research, solution application, and information transfers.Essential DutiesManaging multiple projects involving 3rd party certificationsCreate documents and test plansConduct product testingEvaluate product testing failures and make recommendations for improvementCreate and maintain detailed procedures and process documentation. Acquire/repair lab equipmentMust be detailed orientedCreativity, and innovation of existing departmental processes and/or existing productsReliability, be available to complete tasks/projects as required by internal/external customer requirementsCommunicate with various departments or with individuals directly associated with assigned tasks/projects (Verbal and Written)Minimal travel: mainly for training purposes, customer support/projects, potential trips to Japan, or validation tripsake verbal and/or written directions on tasks, training, projects., or department/company policiesProvide verbal and or written results, a summary of tasks/projects, or requests to various persons during the execution of tasks/projectsProduce the end product of requested tasks/projects in the form of drawings, data files, proposals, or reportsCollect, interpret, and clarify customer requirementsLead projects or portions of projectsAssist others with projectsProvide training to engineersRecord daily activitiesWill be assigned tasks for training and development purposesOther duties, as assigned to support company goalsPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENTSustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of timeThe physical demand to set up or tear down test equipment and samplesThe occasional physical demand of moving or rearranging files and file storage boxes, and or productFast-paced office environmentMinimum RequirementsComplete understanding of common manufacturing practicesAbility to handle multiple projectsGood verbal and written skillsAbility to deal with internal and external customers tactfully and in a professional mannerPreferred QualificationsPrefer a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, EET, or a similar disciplinePrefer regulatory experience, not necessarily UL5 or more years of experience preferredCompany DescriptionSMC Corporation of America is a part of a global organization that supports our customers in every industrialized country and is the U.S. subsidiary of SMC Corporation based in Japan. Since its establishment, SMC has been a leader in pneumatic technology, providing the various industries with technology and products to support automation based on the guiding principle of “contributing to automation labor savings in industry.” Over the past 50+ years, SMC's products have become established as a recognized international brand through sales, technical, supply and after sale services in world markets. Sales have grown to achieve a 30% global market share.Subsidiaries and joint ventures have been setup in a total of 53 countries. Production facilities are located in 30 countries. In addition, a sales network extends throughout 83 countries, with local services in 500 locations. SMC offers technology accumulated through the years, engineers that bring it to life in new products, production capacity which can deliver a variety of products in a short time, and an extensive sales network in the U.S. and throughout the world.With its goal of ever more advanced automation, and using its many achievements as a base, SMC is developing high-quality, highly reliable products to contribute to automation in industry, as well as in familiar areas of everyday life.SMC Corporation of America is a part of a global organization that supports our customers in every industrialized country and is the U.S. subsidiary of SMC Corporation based in Japan. Since its establishment, SMC has been a leader in pneumatic technology, providing the various industries with technology and products to support automation based on the guiding principle of “contributing to automation labor savings in industry.” Over the past 50+ years, SMC's products have become established as a recognized international brand through sales, technical, supply and after sale services in world markets. Sales have grown to achieve a 30% global market share. Subsidiaries and joint ventures have been setup in a total of 53 countries. Production facilities are located in 30 countries. In addition, a sales network extends throughout 83 countries, with local services in 500 locations. SMC offers technology accumulated through the years, engineers that bring it to life in new products, production capacity which can deliver a variety of products in a short time, and an extensive sales network in the U.S. and throughout the world. With its goal of ever more advanced automation, and using its many achievements as a base, SMC is developing high-quality, highly reliable products to contribute to automation in industry, as well as in familiar areas of everyday life.