Careers at Harmonic Drive

Summary/Objective
The Manufacturing Engineer plays a key role in shaping our manufacturing processes, driving efficiency, enhancing product quality, and contributing to our overall success in the manufacture of high precision products. Their knowledge and problem-solving skills are instrumental to optimizing our production and ensuring that we meet our production targets. This role interacts with employees from all departments to ensure the highest possible quality, maximize schedule attainment, and improve product flow.

Essential Functions

• Reviews product designs for manufacturability, proper tolerances, quality requirements, and cost drivers.
• Defines the manufacturing process required to produce components and assemblies.
• Determines fixture and gage requirements for new components and designs or procures necessary items.
• Creates manufacturing process routes and bills of material in ERP system.
• Reviews Engineering Change Orders and updates process documentation as necessary.
• Collaborates with other manufacturing engineers, design engineers, quality control personnel, supervisors and machine operators to maximize shop-floor productivity and product quality.
• Participates in root-cause analysis and corrective action of quality discrepancies.

Competencies

• Experience with CNC machining, knowledge of work holding and machining principles.
• Working knowledge of general machine shop and measuring practices.
• CAD / solid modeling experience and familiarity with drawing / design / dimensioning standards.
• ERP / MRP software experience.
• Good general computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work creatively and responsibly with minimal supervision.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibility
None

Work Environment
This job operates in both the office and manufacturing environments. This role routinely uses shop floor tools and machinery.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Visual acuity (corrected) to read directions and prints and to inspect machined parts closely
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery for precision work
• Frequently required to sit, stand, move about the shop floor, talk, hear, bend and reach with hands and arms
• Physical ability to do work requiring prolonged standing, frequent stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling, bending or twisting and lifting
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time salaried position which operates during normal business hours Monday through Friday.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required for this role.

Required Education and Experience

• BS Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent
• CAD / solid modeling experience, preferably Solidworks
• Familiarity with drawing / design / dimensioning standards.
• MRP or ERP experience
• 5+ years of practical experience in Manufacturing Engineering support of CNC machining operations
• Working knowledge of general machine shop and measuring practices.

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Harmonic Drive LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

 

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Fax to: 978-538-1969

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Harmonic Drive LLC
42 Dunham Ridge
Beverly, MA 01915

Summary/Objective

• Create, validate, troubleshoot CMM programs, and perform precision inspections, including FAIs (First Article Inspections), to ensure product conforms to all applicable requirements.
• Supports Engineering New Product Development and Investigations in Metrology, through sample measurements and feedback, early on involvement in drawing and GD&T reviews, and early measurement capability evaluations.

 Essential Functions

• Applies advanced knowledge of GD&T and Metrology principles to program CMM’s/vision systems to ensure products meet specifications and drawings.
• Resolve issues and answer questions from Operators as well as from Inspectors and Engineers.
• Train other inspectors and technicians.
• Work with Quality Engineering to ensure that all set-ups and programs are accurate.
• Participate or lead special projects related to tooling fixtures and gages.
• Identifies and drives cost reduction projects utilizing Lean Manufacturing principle.
• Works closely with the team to determine efficiency improvements.
• Create CMM programs using part drawings or models and perform inspections as required.
• Troubleshoot and/or amend existing CMM programs.
• Perform validation and verification of programs (CMM, vision systems, etc.)
• Take critical measurements using gauges, fixtures and other measurement tools.
• Provide inspection support to all departments in the organization, perform part inspection and FAIs.
• Perform other responsibilities as required.

Competencies

• Has advanced knowledge on all metrology programs and strong working knowledge of GD&T (read and interpret).

• Experience in a manufacturing environment and mechanical inspection of precision part.
• Solid experience with inspection equipment and tools

• Proficiency CMM programming skills/training
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Must be able to multi-task without losing track of details.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills (including Microsoft Office).

Supervisory Responsibility
None

Work Environment
This job operates in a manufacturing environment. This role routinely uses shop floor tools and machinery.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery for precision work
• Visual acuity (corrected) to read directions and prints and to inspect machined parts closely to ensure that they meet specifications
• Frequently required to sit, stand, move about the shop floor, talk, hear, bend and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to squat or kneel occasionally
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 

 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time hourly position and operates Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm.

 

Travel

Occasional (Less than 10%)

 

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Has advanced knowledge on all metrology programs and strong working knowledge of GD&T (read and interpret).
• 6 years minimum experience in a manufacturing environment and mechanical Inspection of precision part
• 6 years’ experience with inspection equipment and tools.
• 4 years minimum experience advanced CMM programming.
• 4 years minimum experience advanced Vision System programming.

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Harmonic Drive LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3). 

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

 

                                                                                                

Interested in this position? Please click the button below to apply!

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Fax to: 978-538-1969

Mail to:
Harmonic Drive LLC
42 Dunham Ridge
Beverly, MA 01915

Summary/Objective

The Senior Mechatronics Technician will provide technical assistance and support by testing, servicing, troubleshooting, and addressing technical inquiries. This role collaborates closely with Sales, Customer Service, Engineering, and Manufacturing team members to troubleshoot and repair Harmonic Drive actuators. The senior mechatronics technician is responsible for driving customer satisfaction through service excellence.

 

Essential Functions

• Work hands-on with a wide variety of assembly and test equipment and processes with a focus on electro-mechanical assembly and functional test
• Participate in root-cause analysis and corrective action of functional discrepancies
• Review customer field data to determine trends
• Diagnose, disassemble, repair and re-assemble electromechanical components/assemblies for return to customer  
• Configure hardware and software components after installation
• Communicate real time data to Assembly Operations and Engineering to ensure process and design enhancements are implemented to improve yield in the field
• Provide assistance to customers upgrading equipment at various field locations
• Document field installation and repairs
• Maintain all tools and equipment used during service calls and in local lab
• Manage administrative responsibilities such as ordering repair parts, lab and office consumables
• Educate and train customers on proper use of equipment

 

Competencies

• Proficient with servo drives, digital encoders and electric motors.
• Experience interfacing with both internal team members and external customers as part of a solution-based service process
• Soldering per IPC-610, wiring, crimping, and using hand and power tools.
• Strong ability to use common diagnostic equipment including an oscilloscope, DMM, power supply, etc.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Proficient with Phython programing is a plus
• Demonstrated strong analytical thinking, capacity to evaluate and interpret data, test results, and system performance to make informed decisions
• Experience with issue tracking tools such as Jira, Confluence is a plus
• Proficient with data visualization tools to create comprehensive reports for technical/non-technical audiences
• Ability to work creatively and responsibly with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, ERP, etc.)
• Good verbal and written communication skills

 

Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have direct reports but is considered a high influencer within our company.

Work Environment
This job operates at the HD Beverly facility and will work in both a production and lab environment.

 

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

 

• Visual acuity (corrected) to read directions, colors and drawings to inspect electro-mechanical parts
• Manual dexterity sufficient to conduct precision work
• Ability to do work requiring frequent stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling, bending, twisting and lifting
• Frequently required to sit, stand, move, talk, hear, bend and reach with hands / arms.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, non-exempt position which operates during normal business hours Monday through Friday.  Weekend and after-hour support may occasionally be required.

 

Travel

Occasional trips to customer locations may be required.

 

Required Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline required; advanced degree is a plus.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electromechanical, and/or electronic equipment.
• Experience with CAN, CAN-Open, PLC logic, Copley Controls and Python Scripts. EtherCAT is a plus.
• Valid driver's license & appropriate insurance coverage

 

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Harmonic Drive LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3). 

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

 

                                                                           

Interested in this position? Please click the button below to apply!

Email Resume

Fax to: 978-538-1969

Mail to:
Harmonic Drive LLC
42 Dunham Ridge
Beverly, MA 01915