Careers at Harmonic Drive

Summary/Objective
The Mechanical Assembler I is responsible for assembling high-precision products of varying complexity under a more experienced employee's guidance.  This person will also be responsible for the quality and quantity of work performed. 

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Under the direction of a more experienced employee, assemble a variety of subassemblies, standard and unique products, using established procedures
• Accurate fitting, aligning, and adjusting required to very close tolerances or precision fits subject to strict inspection.
• Set up, and test complete products to ensure that units meet specification and customer order requirements
• Other responsibilities as required.

Required Competencies

• Ability to be a team player with excellent communication skills
• Ability to read mechanical drawings
• Good manual dexterity
• Basic computer skills
• Detail orientated
• Understanding of the importance of customer service

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct reports.

Work Environment
This job operates in a dedicated laboratory in a professional manufacturing environment.  Employees in this role routinely use electrical test equipment, standard hand tools, and some office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully, some of which may be done with accommodations.

While performing this job's duties, the employee is regularly required to communicate verbally and in writing. The employee is frequently required to move about the office, use a computer, and reach with hands and arms.  It may be necessary to lift 50 lbs. 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision.
• Must have manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery for precision work. 
• Must have visual acuity (corrected) to read directions and prints and inspect machined parts closely to ensure that they meet specifications; visual abilities also include close vision, distance vision, color vision. 
• Frequently required to sit, stand, move about the shop floor, talk, hear, bend and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to squat or kneel occasionally

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

Travel

Travel is not required for this role.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-3 years in an assembly environment

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities 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.

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Harmonic Drive LLC
42 Dunham Ridge
Beverly, MA 01915

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).

 

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Harmonic Drive LLC
42 Dunham Ridge
Beverly, MA 01915

Summary/Objective
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for providing necessary support to Production, 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.
• Determines fixture and gage requirements for new components and designs or procures necessary items.
• Prepares manufacturing sketches, setup sheets, and other shop floor documents.
• Programs CNC machines, resolves start-up problems, and optimizes feeds and speeds to achieve minimum run time consistent with acceptable quality and adequate tool life.
• Performs shop-floor troubleshooting activities to diagnose and correct machinery and process problems identified by machine shop personnel and manufacturing engineering staff.
• Works hands-on with a wide variety of CNC lathes, machining centers, and other machines / equipment.
• 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.
• Assists in training of machine operators on company procedures and task-specific requirements.

Competencies

• CAD / CAM experience and familiarity with drawing / design / dimensioning standards.
• Experience setting up / operating CNC mills and lathes; mill/turn machines a plus
• Working knowledge of general machine shop and measuring practices
• Strong shop math skills, knowledge of work holding and machining principles
• 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

• AS Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent
• CAD / CAM experience and familiarity with drawing / design / dimensioning standards.
• 5+ years of practical experience in Manufacturing Engineering support of CNC machining operations
• CNC turning and milling experience; mill/turn experience is a major plus.
• MRP or ERP experience desired.
• 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).

 

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Harmonic Drive LLC
42 Dunham Ridge
Beverly, MA 01915

Summary/Objective
The Manufacturing Associate will assist members of the Operations Team by providing general assistance with a variety of tasks including daily administration of the shop and support for machine shop operations.

Essential Functions

• Provide general assistance around the shop, including technical tasks
• Shot-peen operations
• Abrasive Flow Machining
• Laser Marking
• Deburring
• Prepare and cut raw materials
• Move materials
• Assemble shop orders
• Help maintain equipment and contribute to clean production area
• Assist in various projects
• Assist in performance of routine maintenance and cleaning of shop equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work with colleagues in a professional and cooperative manner.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• General computer skills

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, prints and to inspect tools to ensure 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

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

Travel

None

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Technical or vocational school background is helpful.

Please note this job description 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.

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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.

 

                                                                                                

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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.

 

                                                                           

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42 Dunham Ridge
Beverly, MA 01915

Harmonic Drive LLC is a leading manufacturer of precision motion control equipment including precision servo actuators, planetary gearsets, and strain wave gearing components and integrated gears. We take pride in providing both standardized and customized motion control solutions to meet customer needs and ensure customer satisfaction.

 

Summary/Objective
We are looking for a Sr. Mechanical Designer/Drafter to design and document new gearing solutions.  A proficiency in CAD design and detailing, preferably using SolidWorks, is required.

 

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• Design electromechanical/mechanical products according to customer specifications and create internal and customer facing documentation while adhering to Company and ASME standards.
• Create detailed technical and assembly drawings using SolidWorks.
• Apply GD&T appropriately to ensure manufacturability and consistency in assembly and performance.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Manufacturing to source vendors for component purchases
• Create bills of materials within the ERP system as well as on assembly drawings.
• Follow and make recommendations to improve upon Harmonic Drive’s design processes and procedures.
• Design test and assemble fixtures according to requirements.
• Mentor and train fellow Mechanical Designers.

Competencies

• Superior mechanical design and detailing experience for manufacturing including Assembly and Testing
• Demonstrated electromechanical design creativity and pragmatic problem-solving skills, with the ability to design with manufacturing ease and cost in mind.
• Strong engineering drawing knowledge including ASME Y14.5 GD&T practices with a clear understanding of manufacturing and inspection capabilities and limitations.
• Strong understanding of engineering documentation control practices.
• Results-driven, self-directed individual with a personal commitment to excellence.
• Knowledge of mechanical power transmission and motion control components is a plus.
• Ability to work across teams and communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, and partners in a professional and cooperative manner.
• Technical leadership and some project management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to colleagues and vendors.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects and daily tasks effectively.
• Understanding of various inspection tools and methods
• Strong computer skills (SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, ERP, etc.).

 

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional, open-concept, office environment.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers as well as electrical and environmental test equipment located in a dedicated laboratory.

 

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, some of which may be done with accommodations.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate both verbally and in writing. The employee frequently is required to move about the office and shop, use a computer, and reach with hands and arms.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision.

 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time salaried position which operates Monday through Friday during normal business hours.  Except when working with customers and colleagues in different countries and time zones on a limited basis.

 

Travel
Travel domestically and internationally, when required, up to 10% of the time.

 

Required Education and Experience

Associates Degree in Computer Aided-Design, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

8+ years of experience with industrial product design and detailing.

Certification in SolidWorks preferred

Certification in GD&T preferred

Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements preferred

 

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.

 

                                                                                             

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42 Dunham Ridge
Beverly, MA 01915

Summary/Objective
The Regional Sales Engineer works within an assigned territory and is the primary person responsible for business development and support of existing customers.  The Regional Sales Engineer identifies customer needs and works with the customer to select Harmonic Drive products with features or options that provide optimal solutions for their unique needs.

 

Essential Functions

• Develop business through research and investigation of opportunities in targeted market(s).
• Provide technical assistance and application guidance to customer’s engineering personnel to establish new business and maintain existing business.
• Nurture and maintain customer relationships representing the customer voice as needed to ensure satisfaction with quotations, deliveries, service items, etc.
• Address customer concerns through activities such as purchase order reviews, demand analysis, pricing analysis, and expediting
• Maintain records in company CRM platform for all accounts in their territory and inputs information including: visits and communications, contact information, opportunity tracking, application data, technical requirements, products used or being considered, competition activities, customer feedback, etc.
• Interact with customer and factory personnel through visits, emails, videoconference, phone calls, etc..
• Prepare sales forecast twice per year
• Deliver technical presentations and quotations
• Maintain list of target accounts and focuses activity to generate new business
• Perform research and follow-up on leads generated from advertising, trade shows, website inquires, etc.
• Participate in sales meetings, trade shows, and conferences

 

Competencies

• Sales: skills, persuasion, and tactfulness
• Technical: Sizing calculations and selection of gearing, motors, encoders, and bearings
• Knowledge about market segments such as robotics, semiconductor, aerospace, and medical equipment.
• In depth understanding of products and suppliers in the motion control market
• Working knowledge of ERP software especially key sales functions related
• Working knowledge of CRM including opportunities, activities, and quotations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

 

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not currently have direct reports, however team involvement is essential.

 

Work Environment
This role operates in a professional office environment or home office and routinely uses standard office equipment.

 

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 engineering drawings
• Driving license and ability to travel regularly 
• Ability to carry product sample cases and attend trade shows

 

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

 

Travel

Travel is expected approximately 20% of the time with overnight travel subject to the individual’s territory.  Local travel, some international travel and trips to Beverly, MA headquarters as required.

 

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 5+ years of sales or application engineering or related field experience with a preferred emphasis on motion control.

 

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.

                         

                                                                                              

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Harmonic Drive LLC
42 Dunham Ridge
Beverly, MA 01915

Summary/Objective
The Manufacturing Engineering Technician is responsible for providing necessary support to Production, 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

• Performs shop-floor troubleshooting activities to diagnose and correct machinery and process problems identified by machine shop personnel and manufacturing engineering staff.
• Works hands-on with a wide variety of CNC lathes, machining centers, gear-cutting machines, and other machines / equipment.
• 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.
• Assists in training of machine operators on company procedures and task-specific requirements.

Competencies

• CAD / solid modelling experience and familiarity with drawing / design / dimensioning standards.
• Experience operating CNC mills, lathes; gear-cutting machines a plus.
• Working knowledge of general machine shop and measuring practices.
• Strong shop math skills, knowledge of work holding and machining principles.
• 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

• AS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• CAD / solid modelling experience and familiarity with drawing / design / dimensioning standards.
• 2+ years of practical experience in CNC machining operations.
• Working knowledge of general machine shop and measuring practices.
• MRP or ERP experience desired.

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).

 

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Harmonic Drive LLC
42 Dunham Ridge
Beverly, MA 01915