Job Opening: Mechanical Design

Mechanical Design

Department: Engineering

Location: Wausau, WI

Since 1913, Marathon Electric has been dedicated to providing customers with quality motors and generators for targeted applications. Marathon Electric became part of WEG Group in 2024. Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric-electronic equipment company, operating mainly in the capital goods sector with solutions in electric machines, automation and paints for several sectors, including infrastructure, steel, pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining, among many others. WEG stands out in innovation by constantly developing solutions to meet the major trends in energy efficiency, renewable energy and electric mobility. With manufacturing units in 12 countries and present in more than 135 countries, WEG has more than 40,000 employees worldwide.

We value generation of professional and personal development opportunities, human rights, diversity and the environment. We invest in solutions for reduction of carbon emissions and encourage our people to be engaged in social activities where we have our operations, with focus on health and education. We work as a team within a friendly way allowing sharing of ideas. We get together and share knowledge and skills to continuously improve our decision-making process.

Mechanical Designer

The Mechanical Designer is responsible for applying engineering principles through planning and development of tools, methods, processes, and equipment that maximize quality of the final product in the most effective, efficient, and economic way possible. Creating bills of materials and specification for existing products and generators. Creating and revising bills of materials and drawings for generators.

R esponsibilities and Duties

• Create, interpret, and/or disseminate engineering documentation such as bills of materials, routers, submittals, detail drawings and revisions, and installation instructions as appropriate.

• Solve problems concerning the interpretation of drawings, manufacturing methods, and material requirements. Interface with design engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and purchasing teams to provide a competitive advantage in quality, innovation, and service

• Adheres to, communicates, and maintains standard processes, procedures, and policies

• Participates in special projects as required

• Flexibility to adapt to deadlines, changing schedules, priorities, and unpredictable events within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Communicates thoughts, ideas, information, and messages in a logical, organized, and coherent manner. Ideas are well developed with supporting information and examples.

• Breaks down information into fundamental parts using a systematic approach.

• Makes decisions methodically.

• Considers multiple solutions and handles obstacles.

• Ability to work independently as well as part collaboratively in a team.

• Aid in Lean Manufacturing Kaizen events & Continuous Improvement related tasks.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Mechanical Design or currently pursuing the degree with concentration in drafting/design.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Technical aptitude and familiarity with manufacturing processes.

• Proficient with ERP systems, 3D Modeling/ CAD, Microsoft office and other software as required on a project basis.

• Effectively communicate with other employees, departments, and levels of management.

• Promote teamwork and foster a great team environment.

• Ability to learn new process and procedures.

• Willingness to adapt to different work situations.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Quality minded.

• Dependable.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discount

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Referral program

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance