IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. has built a reputation for over a century by crafting iconic tools and practical technology required in aerospace, data communications, electrical, wire processing and construction. The global family of IDEAL brands includes IDEAL Electrical, Anderson Power, Enatel, and IVRY Technologies.

A vibrant and dynamic company, IDEAL is best known for our wire connectors, the gold standard for making electrical connections around the world. Nearly every commercial jet is assembled using IDEAL wire strippers and, as part of the critical equipment on NASA missions, our tools even help NASA astronauts fly to the moon. Most important, our products benefit skilled tradespeople, who reach for IDEAL tools every day.

IDEAL is propelled by the concept of Building an IDEAL World. Our family-run business is committed to building ideal relationships with customers, employees, and communities by crafting some of our industry’s most innovative and trusted tools.

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing mechanical design solutions for new and existing products in our IDEAL Electrical portfolio.   This role will carry out activities that include field research, design, prototyping, testing, and implementing manufacturing transition of new products.  IDEAL products cover a full spectrum of items in the field of Tools, Benders, Fishtapes, Connectors, Testers, and DataComm devices. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Engineering and work closely with our Product Management team, Manufacturing group, Quality Department, and Sourcing team.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop new products to achieve the required functionality as set forth by our product criteria and requirements.
• Provide planning and support to assure progress of new products through concept development, voice of the customer verification, prototype building, cost analysis, pilot production runs, and final production releases on a timely basis.
• Use computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-assisted engineering (CAE) software to create innovative, functional designs that provide solutions to our customer’s needs.
• Use Design for Manufacturing (DFM) practices, Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) while creating your designs
• Keep material cost requirements and manufacturing needs in focus as you develop these new product ideas.
• Perform field evaluations, collect, and analyze data on prototype samples and adjust finished designs as needed. 
• Present data and analyses to engineers and product management to lead design optimization.
• Provide technical support for existing products involving specific applications, quality improvements, and cost reduction opportunities.
• Create new and improved products to meet the latest electrical market needs and standards used in the marketplace.
• Develop the knowledge of current and anticipated approval agency requirements (i.e., National Electrical Code (NEC), UL, CSA and applicable industry standards (i.e. ANSI, ASTM). 
• Participate in UL listing and CSA certification of assigned new products.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 0-3 years of experience in mechanical design of any one of the following products:  forged hand tools, electrical connectors, sheet metal components, and injection molded plastic parts.
• Expertise in using 3D modeling software; SolidWorks preferred.
• Working knowledge of materials science and mechanical assemblies
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and results oriented mindset
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite of products including Excel and MS Project
• Hybrid position with 3 days a week in house

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Must be able to effectively work with a team to drive results
• A creative bent and design ability
• Attention to detail
• Time management and organizational skills
• Excellent project management skills

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we know that it is our people that truly separate us from the competition.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K and a Pension plan.  To learn more about us, visit us at www.idealindustries.com

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