Mechanical Engineer - VAVE

POSITION OVERVIEW

dormakaba is seeking a Mechanical Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) Engineer based in Indianapolis, IN. The Mechanical VA/VE Engineer is responsible for optimizing the value of our company products for the cost required to achieve those values. This individual will work closely with the Design Teams to ensure function and intent are understood and maintained and then apply creative thinking and problem-solving skills to achieve uncommon results.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: Base Salary $70,000 - $90,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Work independently and with peers to understand product design and design intent through study & understanding of 3D Component and Assembly models and 2D technical drawings
• Ensure product integrity is maintained with proper understanding of compliance standards and potential product failure modes
• Identify and mitigate technical and design risks in each assignment with a strong understanding of Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Monitor and report project status and develop contingency plans to ensure that product development tasks are completed within time and budget constraints
• Lead and ensure proper execution on all engineering milestones and phase deliverables
• Perform calculations and/or use computer analysis software to develop, analyze, and refine product models and design concepts

WHAT WE REQUIRE

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 1+ years of working experience in engineering
• Proficient in 3D CAD modeling (CREO preferred) and 2D drawing creation
• Comprehension of kinematics, statics, dynamics, stress analysis, properties of materials, and mechanism design
• Ability to perform 2D tolerance stack-up analysis
• Working knowledge of CAD Data Management systems (Windchill preferred)
• General knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes (e.g.: zinc diecast, brass investment casting, sheet metal stamping, etc.)

WHAT WE PREFER

• Master's degree in related field
• 3+ years' work experience in engineering
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience
• Working knowledge of SAP or ERP systems

WHAT WE OFFER

• Taking Care of our Employees on Day One with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options. No waiting periods!
• Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-being.
• Vacation and Personal Time Off
• We support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!
• Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day One.
• Supporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program.
• Discover your best attributes using CliftonStrengths to pave the way for success at dormakaba.
• 24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Legal Insurance
• Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses
• Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!

WHY JOIN DORMAKABA?

Our work is IMPORTANT. YOU are important. At schools and universities, in stadiums, airports, hospitals and workplace; for every place that matters. We provide safety, security, and sustainability, providing people with the tools to shape their careers for growth. EVERY team member contributes to our mission and can make a positive difference. Our culture focuses on Growing the Business, Growing Together and Growing Ourselves. We are a global company with more than 16,000 employees worldwide giving you endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

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