Since 1972, Vanair® has worked hard to bring you the best Mobile Power Solutions® – consisting of air compressors, generators, welders, hydraulics, Electrified Power Equipment®, and engine starters – in our industry so that our customers can work hard in theirs. Being at the forefront of our industry and staying ahead of our competition is challenging, demanding, and involves working hard – but it is also rewarding!

If you like being challenged, want to be a part of something special, and desire being part of an exciting team that is always striving to be at the forefront of our industry, then we’re looking for you – a driven and motivated new team member.

We are currently seeking to hire an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer at our location in Michigan City, Indiana.

Job Summary

As a member of the Engineering staff, the Mechanical Design Engineer will design, test and develop, and maintain products, options, and accessories following company and industry standards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and specify product component parts, subassemblies, and complete assemblies (New Product Development).
• Assist R&D personnel with set-up and laboratory testing to validate product performance.
• Analyze and interpret test data and make product revisions as necessary to comply with performance and safety requirements.
• Read, create, and maintain engineering documents such as exploded part assemblies, basic wiring and electrical schematics, and fabrication/machined detail drawings.
• Use the ECN (Engineering Change Notice) process to effectively and efficiently manage change aimed toward product improvement.
• Formulate product design specifications and update as required.
• Support assembly line by analyzing and solving problems or obstacles that occur during production.
• Help train production line and service departments for new builds and product improvements.
• Productively function in a fast-paced Engineering department that works intimately with manufacturing plant, sales personnel, and Service/Training team.
• Occasionally travel to assist with new applications, diagnostics, or trade shows.
• Assist with maintaining applications/equipment and how they integrate with evolving model year truck manufacturer changes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Skills

• Job-relevant college degree preferred but will consider relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in design, troubleshooting, and analysis of pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic controls and systems.
• Experience with rotary screw compressors.
• Good aptitude with hydraulic and mechanical driven equipment.
• Experience with automotive power train – work trucks, large equipment, and PTO proficiency is a plus.
• 2D / 3D CAD drawing environment experience (AutoCAD and Inventor preferred).
• Must be able to juggle priorities effectively.
• Must have a positive attitude and function well with group-oriented tasks.
• Experience with a document control system such as a Vault is a plus.

Benefits

Vanair® offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• 401(k) with matching 5% contribution
• Employees are 100% invested in the 401(k) on day one.
• Premium low deductible comprehensive Health insurance including Vision and Dental
• Low employee contribution levels toward health care plans
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility for all 9.5 paid holidays
• Paid vacation days
• Paid Wellness Time
• Paid birthday
• $15,000 free life insurance policy

Great Work Environment

• Pleasant, clean, well-lighted environment
• Family-oriented
• First-of-the-month Friday company-supplied lunches
• Company Parties including Christmas Party, Santa for the Kids, Summer, Family Picnic, and more
• Local charity events