Mechanical Engineer - Weller in Besigheim bei Apex Tool Group

Apex Tool Group

Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mechanical Engineer - Weller - Besigheim

The Weller brand is a dynamic and innovative manufacturer of unique solutions for the electronics industry. As a global leader in the hand soldering industry, Weller Tools GmbH is known for its innovation, cutting edge technology and commitment to high quality products.

We are looking for a dynamic and creative Mechanical Engineer for R&D in the field of hand soldering and fume extraction systems.

Summary
In this position your core responsibility will be to develop and improve mechanical systems in support of our new product development with a focus on plastic part design and integration within a full mechanical assembly. You will be involved in all design-related aspects of the projects from concept to beyond production.
This position does require the ability to interface with engineering, sales, quality, production, and marketing personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, build, and implement various mechanical systems with a focus on plastic part design for high performance soldering products (stations, irons, tips, filtration, etc.)
Innovate, create, and evolve new product ideas using Voice of Customer (VOC) and related techniques to support aggressive growth objectives
Manufacturing test plan development and deployment for mechanical subassemblies and full tool systems
Design, layout, test, and troubleshoot subassemblies and full tools
Partner with product management team to translate product design features into engineering requirements and specifications
Partner with suppliers to ensure that the product is developed on time and on budget
Provide feedback and expertise in cross functional design reviews

Critical Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering, Plastics Engineering or similar
Experience creating products within an R&D / New Product Development environment
Experience designing injection molded plastic parts
Basic understanding of machining principles and capabilities
Experience with 3D CAD (Creo 6.0 or later)
Fluency in German and English

What we offer:

Collective agreement of the metal and electrical industry
30 days vacation
Special payments (e.g. vacation bonus, Christmas bonus, etc.)
Many employee benefits / employee offers (corporate benefits)
Bike-Leasing
International environment / world market leader
Attractive office workplace
Opportunities for further training and development
Home Office possibility

At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we’re passionate about innovation. Whether that be products, processes or operations, our associates strive to find new ways each day to help our end-users solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the job site – we help build the future.

ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.4 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,900 global associates have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX® that professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike can trust to get the job done. With our roots dating back to the 1800s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and end-user safety in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.

As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.
Our six core values – Customers come first, Integrity in all we do, Continuous improvement, Innovation for growth, Passion to succeed and Best talent, one team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become a reality, join us! #WeBuildATG