Senior Mechanical Engineer at Allegion

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Security, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering
  • 7+ years of experience in the design, development, implementation, and integration of mechanical systems
  • Proven experience in moderate to complex product and/or program management
  • Upbeat, positive attitude and passion for technology with willingness to explore and adopt emerging technologies for practical business purposes
  • Ability to quickly understand new business domains and be creative and thoughtful about applying technology to enable business growth, consumer satisfaction, and/or process improvements
  • Ability to quickly build proof-of-concept solutions that are forward looking to how they could be implemented on a larger scale
  • Self-motivated mindset with strong engineering project management skills
  • Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing, with various team members in roles that are both technical and non-technical, particularly to give direction to other team members or present business value of various initiatives to leadership
  • Proactive work approach to coordinate efforts with employees at all levels including internal business partners, other technology teams, external suppliers/consultants, service providers, etc
  • Experience in product design from concept to production and utilizing cross functional processes such as engineering change control
  • Demonstrated experience leading and executing mechanical product design under little or no supervision
  • Ability leading teams that may be globally co-located
  • Experience delivering technical solutions for projects leveraging agile project management methodologies
  • Experience using an integrated (incomplete in description)

Responsibilities

  • Define mechanical system requirements and specifications to meet customer, marketing, and internal stakeholder needs
  • Utilize engineering tools (FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, GD&T, Tolerance Stack Analysis & DFM/DFA) to ensure that requirement risks are evaluated and mitigated early in the design process
  • Ensure designs meet system requirements through proper verification methods
  • Develop required design documentation, 3D models/drawings, and instructions for manufacturing and product test requirements. (Experience with Pro-E/Creo is a plus.)
  • Work with all engineering disciplines in a team environment with good understanding of cross functional design processes (high focus on interactions with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, and Engineering functions at other brands)
  • Define design trade-offs as necessary to ensure the highest level of product performance and quality when considering product cost, manufacturability, and available technologies
  • Coordinate development timelines and track activities to meet delivery and cost commitments
  • Provide technical leadership of cross-functional teams, leading design reviews and supplier reviews, developing technical documentation, product change management, and/or process development/enhancement
  • Provide day-to-day direction and oversight for other employees

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

FMEARoot Cause AnalysisGD&TTolerance Stack AnalysisDFMDFAPro-ECreo3D Modeling

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this Senior Mechanical Engineer position?

The position is based in Blue Ash, OH.

What salary or compensation is offered for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key qualifications needed for this Senior Mechanical Engineer role?

Candidates need a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 7+ years of experience in the design, development, implementation, and integration of mechanical systems, and proven experience in moderate to complex product and/or program management.

What is the work environment like at Allegion?

You'll work as part of a highly engaged small team within a global organization of 12,000+ employees, and in 2024 Allegion was awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the most engaged workplace cultures.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Mechanical Engineer position?

Strong candidates have an upbeat, positive attitude, passion for technology, willingness to explore emerging technologies, and the ability to quickly understand new domains and build proof-of-concept solutions.

Allegion

Global provider of security solutions

About Allegion

Allegion provides security solutions that focus on securing doors and surrounding areas. Their product range includes mechanical locks, electronic access control systems, and biometric scanning devices, catering to various clients such as homeowners, businesses, and educational institutions. Allegion's products work by offering different methods of access control, from traditional keys to advanced technology that uses fingerprints or other biometric data for entry. What sets Allegion apart from competitors is their commitment to integrating new technologies into their security solutions while also adhering to environmental, social, and governance principles. The company's goal is to enhance safety and access for communities while driving innovation in the security industry.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$1,000MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, CybersecurityIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive pay
PTO
Career development
More benefits

Risks

Emerging startups with innovative solutions could erode Allegion's market share.
Supply chain vulnerabilities in semiconductor components may disrupt electronic product production.
Rising raw material costs, especially metals, could impact Allegion's profit margins.

Differentiation

Allegion offers a comprehensive portfolio of mechanical and electronic security products.
The company operates in 120 countries under 23 brands, including Schlage and Von Duprin.
Allegion integrates ESG principles, focusing on innovation and community impact.

Upsides

Acquisitions like Unicel and Krieger enhance Allegion's product offerings and market reach.
The demand for touchless security solutions has surged post-COVID-19 pandemic.
Cloud-based access control systems offer scalability and remote management capabilities.

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