Design Engineer

Design 3D models of parts & assemblies

DESCRIPTION of DUTIES

• Reads and interprets plans/blueprints to create 3-D models of customer layouts for shop, detail and fabrication drawings
• Utilizes technical knowledge and experience to plan and modify product configurations with the customer’s needs noting any special items (i.e. stainless, galvanized, special details).
• Develops and/or helps develop new products based on customer requirements and specifications.
• Communicates with appropriate departments to address internal design problems, resolve fabrication and/or potential field installation issues.
• Creates manufacturing documentation.
• Creates file/field installation documents to show the customer how the products are assembled.
• Adds commonly used parts to a library, the “Vault” for fast and easy future use
• Creates Bill of Materials, Design 3D models of parts & assemblies, create templates to be used on jobs for production & R&D Testing.
• Handles other duties as assigned
• Comply with safety policies to promote a safe working environment
• Work in a team environment
• Strive to create a quality product
• Strive to meet production deadlines
• Be conscious of waste and strive to control and reduce operational costs
• Share ideas of ways to improve processes so we can be a better Company

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required. Vocational training/ education in industrial technology or industrial engineering, or related field preferred.
• Proficient in computer-aided design (CAD) software, specifically Autodesk Inventor software.
• Experience reading and interpreting plans and blueprints.
• Must possess strong problem solving skills, capable of coming up with creative approaches for generating new ideas and improving existing processes or products in the unit.
• Must have or acquire a visual understanding of the finished product and part characteristics to better identify potential internal problems and opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to read and interpret company work instructions, schedules, prints and specifications.
• Willingness to cross-train as requested.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to develop reports and presentations
• Computer skills in a networked environment with Microsoft 365 office tools proficiency.
• Ability to manage time and priorities effectively.
• Ability and willingness to flex up to long work hours as workload demands.
• Excellent work ethic and attendance record
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Self-motivated

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mechanical Engineering Degree or related post-secondary education and/or training.
• High level of experience with Inventor with familiarity with “iLogics” or interfacing software.
• Experience designing Sheet Metal products.