Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Accelerant is a fast growing and leading edge equipment manufacturing startup in the cannabis industry. Our innovative IIoT cannabis automation equipment is the foundation on which our revolutionary Production as a Service platform is built on to support one of the fastest growing industries in the United States.

We are searching for a full-time Entry Level Mechanical Engineer to build and commission our flagship product, the PRO - robotic joint rolling machine. Our success depends on our innovative cannabis automation equipment and growing team of engineers.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, analytical ability, organizational skills and attention to detail. He/She appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility and impact. He/She looks forward to learning an incredible amount on the job.

Responsibilities:

• 3D modeling & design of machine components

• Creation of design and assembly instruction documentation

• Vendor management

• Equipment testing and commissioning

• Track status of project progress and resources

• Generate new design concepts and collect feedback from peers to execute the concept

• Organize and present design documentation

• Provide scheduled feedback to management on job status and resource allocation

• Provide input for departmental process improvements for future projects

• Represent company while interfacing with customers

Requirements:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

• Evidence of exceptional problem solving skills and attention to detail

• Excellent mechanical aptitude

• Prior hands on mechanical experience

• Autodesk Inventor experience preferred

• Electro Mechanical experience preferred

• PLC programming experience is a plus

• Ability to work with, and lead others within a collaborative team environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Must be flexible and able to stay open minded to environment at Accelerant Manufacturing

• Driven, energetic, and willing to “get out of the box” with solutions and processes to advance Accelerant’s equipment manufacturing & machine commissioning

• Ability to lift 30 pounds

• Travel as needed: flexibility up to 25%

Benefits:

• PTO

• 401K match

• Health & dental benefits

Accelerant is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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