Mechanical Engineer II
Life Fitness

Job Info

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An empty treadmill isn't compelling, but once someone steps on it, the stories are limitless. Our goal is to connect people emotionally to their fitness journey. We are a global team coming from different cultures and backgrounds with a shared passion to achieve and live our mission of inspiring healthier lives.

Inspire. Innovate. Make an impact and join our team!

The Mechanical Engineer II will be part of the team responsible for mechanical design, analysis and release of components, and systems associated with the development of cardiovascular and strength fitness equipment, from concept through production launch. They will also provide support of existing products resolving field, service and manufacturing issues as required.

In this role, you will have an impact in developing, designing, and supporting next-generation fitness equipment for both commercial and consumer markets.

Primary Responsibilities

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  Conceptualize, design and document components and systems consisting of sheet metal, castings, structural tubing, plastic and electromechanical components using SolidWorks design software.
• Perform engineering analyses, such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA), dynamic simulations, design calculations, and tolerance analysis, to prove out the feasibility of component and sub-system designs.
• Work with the product development team to develop product specifications and timelines.
• Work with Reliability and Compliance teams to develop component and product test plans.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, Product Management, manufacturing, purchasing and document control departments within Life Fitness as well as outside customers and vendors.
• Ensure product and component designs meet aesthetic, reliability, cost, manufacturability and regulatory requirements.
• Development and procurement of prototype parts and building of prototype units.
• Develop and release production Bills of Materials (BOM's)
• Provide input to improve Mechanical Engineering department processes and procedures as assigned.
• Follow Life Fitness Mechanical Engineering departmental procedures and design guidelines to complete engineering tasks as assigned
  

Experience

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  2-5 years of experience as a mechanical engineer in a related field
  

Required Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

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  Knowledge of 3D CAD software, SolidWorks preferred
• Understanding of 2-D drawing development and drafting standards.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Capable of completing engineering analyses, such as:
  
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    FEA
  • Hand calculations
    
• Knowledge of metal part design, including:
  
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    Sheet metal
  • Weldments
  • Castings
  • Machined components
  • Aluminum extrusions
    
• Knowledge of plastic component design, including:
  
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    Injection molding
  • Extrusions
    
• Knowledge of electromechanical component design/application, preferred
• Working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools, such as Teamcenter, preferred
• Knowledge of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) tools preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with external and internal teams
• Demonstrated leadership experience in professional or volunteer organizations preferred
  

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Want to take the next step in your career?

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If you feel the open position you see is right for you, we invite you to apply.

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