Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Ergotron Inc
US - Minnesota - Saint Paul
January 20, 2025

About Ergotron:

Ergotron, Inc. is a global leader in designing ergonomic solutions that connect people and technology to enhance human performance, health, and happiness. Using the Technology of Movement™, Ergotron builds products and custom solutions that help people feel a new sense of energy in healthcare, industrial, and office settings, both at home and on-site.

Through its 40-year history, Ergotron has led the industry with innovative, professional-grade products and customer-focused service. The company has earned more than 200 patents and established a growing portfolio of award-winning brands including WorkFit® and CareFit™, and patented Constant Force™ and LiFeKinnex™ technologies. Ergotron is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a presence in North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit *** .

Position Summary:

Ergotron is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in all aspects of the design process, including ideation, research, concept development, mechanical engineering/design, CAD modeling and drawing creation (SOLIDWORKS preferred), creating or assisting in test plan creation, product specifications and other supporting documentation needs to support the design and development process/QMS to join our team. We are looking for someone who wants to help our customers thrive. We offer candidates the opportunity to positively impact our OEM business customers who are some of the largest within the computer and healthcare industries.

Why is this role important? We recognize that every good product begins with identifying a problem, and that good design plays a key role in creating the best solution. With your help, Ergotron can continue to make a positive impact on people's health and well-being.

Position Responsibilities:

Drives mechanical engineering and design aspects of OEM product development initiatives.
Participates in product discovery, concept definition, and creative implementation through research, ideation, prototyping, and CAD modeling.
Works collaboratively with project management, electrical engineering, and account managers toward common design goals.
Uses customer insight process to identify, clarify, and solve customer problems.
Conceives elegant, effective ways to address ergonomic and mechanical challenges.
Maintains design intent throughout the development process.
Creates prototypes (aesthetic and/or functional) that illustrates ideas to the team.
Ensures that usability, sustainability, and overall product experience guides each program.
Creates or assists in the creation of documents related to the development process, including product specifications, test plans, etc.
Stays abreast of design, color, material, finish (CMF), and manufacturing trends.
Supports "Lean Business Enterprise" initiatives for continuous process improvement and waste elimination.
Additional duties as requested.

Position Requirements (Knowledge and Experience):

BS in Mechanical Engineering (further education a plus).
7-10 years of experience in a Mechanical or Industrial Design environment.
Excellent written communication.
High proficiency in CAD software (SOLIDWORKS preferred).
Experienced working with complex systems, mechanisms, and assemblies.
Designs for and understands manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, casting, sheet metal, extrusion).
Hands-on approach to building mock-ups (e.g., foam core, wood, metal, plastic, etc.)
Understanding of human factors and ergonomics.
Passionate about problem solving.
Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job as described to you for the position.

Benefits:

Being able to solve complex problems within a passion-filled environment is rewarded by a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, allowing for work and life balance.
At Ergotron, we are committed to moving you forward with leading benefits and reward programs. Beyond a fast-paced, innovative work environment, we offer a comprehensive and competitive pay and benefits package, including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, 401k with match, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
We work hard and we recharge. With five weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), eleven paid holidays and summer hours our employees have ample time throughout the year to spend with family and friends, traveling or relaxing.
We are proud to support our employees and their growing families by offering ten weeks of paid maternity leave, four weeks of paid paternity leave, and three days of paid grandparents leave.
Both our newest and our most tenured employees are formally recognized. Our career milestones program ensures that our new team members feel welcome and rewards employees at five years, ten years, fifteen years, and beyond.

One Core Values:

Continuous Improvement - Always design a better experience.
Customer Obsessed - Our reputation rests with our customer's experience.
Innovation - Unearth insights to think anew.
Integrity - Do the right thing. Treat others with respect.
Openness - Open to ideas and feedback. Act with transparency. Trust one another.
Ownership - Own your role and act when ownership is needed.

Salary Description

$95,000- $110,000 + Bonus

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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