Mechanical Engineer
Bruce Location
Loos Machine & Automation LLC began in 1902 as a small maintenance and repair shop for local farmers. Over the years Loos has transitioned into a thriving business that paves the path for the food processing industry. Loos Machine & Automation provides automation, engineering, machining, fabrication, process, and installation. The state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities utilize modern techniques and machines. With the company’s continued success, we are adding to our team.
The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the design & development of food-grade equipment and systems from customer product specifications to our sales department.
Responsibilities include:
Consult with engineering, sales, and other personnel to design and develop new products and existing product modifications
Utilize knowledge of various machines, engineering practices, sheet metal, plastics, mathematics, and other physical sciences to complete designs and drawings
Use computer-assisted drafting (CAD) software as well as any other software needed in the completion of job responsibilities, such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Work with manufacturing to identify and resolve issues quickly
Assist customer service with field problems of technical nature
Manage engineering projects of moderate complexity
Ability to work with customers to generate designs/plans for projects
Generate new product ideas and product improvement processes
Requirements include:
Associate’s or Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Design with 1-5 years of related design experience preferred
Experience in AutoCAD & SolidWorks
Ability to handle self-directed project design responsibility and work constructively with the engineering team
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ensure all projects are completed before assigned deadlines
Follow safety procedures, both on and off-site
Travel to customer locations for field measurements of equipment and layout purposes
Benefits Include:
Competitive compensation (varies with skill set and experience)
Pay frequency: Weekly
Vacation/Holiday pay
Employee Health Clinic: Provided at no cost
Employer-paid Short-term disability
Health, dental, disability, supplemental life, and accident insurance
Employer 401k contributions up to 5%