Mechanical Engineer Lead
Company: RIX INDUSTRIES
Location: Sparks
Posted on: February 1, 2025
Job Description:
RIX Industries is a technology-focused company specializing in
the design, development and manufacturing of gas generation
systems, precision compressor solutions, and cryogenic cooling
technologies for critical applications in Marine, Aerospace, Land,
Energy, Industrial, Medical, and Critical Infrastructure markets.
Founded in 1878, the company is headquartered in Benicia, CA, and
operates additional facilities in Sparks, NV and Rockville, CA.
Position SummaryThe Mechanical Engineering Lead is primarily
responsible for developing and managing a team of engineers whose
primary focus is the design and development of mechanical
components and systems including, but not limited to, gas
compression and separation systems, their components, and their
accessories.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical direction within a cross functional design
engineering team to support timely completion of projects.
- Ensuring adherence to company policies, processes, and
procedures.
- Maintaining a team of engineers which support the Business and
Design Quality Objectives of the company.
- Managing a team of Engineers, including determining proper
staffing levels, providing for development and training, and
conducting performance evaluations.
- Leading by example of engineering design excellence.
- Reviewing engineering calculations and design output for
accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
- Assisting in the development of engineering design
standards.
- Working with engineering management team to develop engineering
design guidelines and work instructions.
- Monitoring work produced for quality, consistency, and
adherence to design principles.
- Prioritizing scheduled (e.g. projects) and non-scheduled (e.g.
change orders, test support, and failure analysis) work to meet
program requirements and company objectives.
- Providing technical and engineering support as required for
other departments.
- Participating in technical problem solving for current products
through cross departmental teams.
- National and international travel as required to visit
customers, vendors and attend seminars and training events.
- Performing all assignments and other duties in the best
interest of the company or as directed by the Design Engineering
Manager.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
- 5 years relevant experience
- Knowledge of machine design, material properties and selection,
and manufacturing processes.
- Ability to communicate with others to exchange information both
orally and in writing.
- Ability to read and interpret, drawings, codes, and
specifications.
- Proficiency in 3D computer aided design software (CAD).
- Familiarity with the interpretation and application of the ASME
Y14 series of drawing standards.
- Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or qualified U.S. Person in
accordance with ALU 22CFR 120.15. Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Engineering or Management.
- 10 years of relevant design engineering experience.Physical
Requirements & Work EnvironmentThis position is regularly exposed
to the following conditions:
- Manufacturing, warehouse and office environments
- While working near moving equipment, mechanical parts and lift
trucks; must have the ability to follow safe operating
procedures.
- May be exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals.Must
have the following physical abilities:
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, reach, and
lift.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods at a desk or table
as well as machine tools or printers.Equal OpportunityRIX
Industries is committed to a continuing program of equal employment
opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with
RIX Industries, regardless of their sex, race, color, age,
religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry,
physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic
characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity
or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status,
genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or
related conditions (or any other group or category within the
framework of the applicable discrimination laws and
regulations).
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Keywords: RIX INDUSTRIES, Sparks , Mechanical Engineer Lead, Engineering , Sparks, Nevada
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