Forging Engineer

The Ameriforge Engineering Department at Industrial Road is in search of an entry level engineer that has the drive to expand their knowledge and experience as a Forging Engineer. This position is accountable for development, design, and evaluation of complex mechanical components and systems, and to make recommendations for design approaches necessary to meet production requirements for new or improved opportunities for Ameriforge.
Responsibilities
Analyzes, develops, and recommends design approaches necessary to meet production requirements for new or improved products and/or processes for multiple facilities.
Project management – successfully plan and lead new product introductions to achieve all contractual requirements including delivery targets.
Set up and run FEA modeling and interpret and integrate results into efficient forging designs.
APQP/Quality and PPAP support.
Lead and support Continuous Improvement throughout the organization.
Design products necessary to meet customer requirements for new or improved products and/or processes.
Researches and identifies the applications, performance, and functional requirements to assure adequacy for the intended product in customer acceptable terms.
Assists in the development of drawings, quotations, and tooling.
Reviews and approves internal drawings and specifications.
Follows company policies and procedures.
Maintains a safe and healthy work environment.
Proactively participates in the Ameriforge Safety Program
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Knowledge of CAD and FEA (Deform preferable) computer system software.
Knowledge of multiple forging methods, theories, and practices.
Knowledge of die design.
Knowledge of GD & T and drafting techniques used in machining processes.
Knowledge of Theory of Constraints (ToC) concepts and methodology
Understanding and ability to operate computer aided design equipment.
Able to research and identify applications, performance, and functional requirements to assure adequacy of function and produces product documentation required for tooling production and quotations.
Excellent math skills to interpret and understand analytical formulations.
Excellent project planning and project management skills.
Ability to communicate and interact positively with all levels of management and personnel throughout the organization.
Must be able to work independently and/or in a team environment.
Team oriented and the ability to operate with a diverse group
Education and Experience
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
1 year experience in mechanical design
Experience with Lean Tools including Kaizen, Structured Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, preferred
Physical & Safety Requirements
Standing, bending, sitting, lifting up to 30#, squatting and walking for 8 to 10 hours per day.
Exposure to Production Environment on a daily basis.
Must wear required personal protective equipment when in designated areas
Must comply with and follow all company policies related to Health and Safety
Benefits
Benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance, as well as 401(k) Retirement plan options. We also offer vacation accrual, up to 5 days of PTO and 10 annual holidays.