Design Engineer, USA
The Design Engineer provides leadership of complex projects through research, analysis, creation of new drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs). This position will require decision-making that is primarily job-centered that may require close collaboration with others involved in the process. At any given time, the Senior Design Engineer will have to manage multiple projects and be a resource for other associates in the department in the absence of the Engineering Supervisor. The Design Engineer will report directly to the Engineering Manager in the New Lisbon, WI office.
Overview
• Creates and manages new custom design features to satisfy customer order requirements
• Perform ASME calculations to specific design qualifications.
• Perform HVAC calculations to specific design qualifications.
• Interacts with outside vendors and internal purchasing agents to ensure that purchased materials meet customer specifications and “fit and finish” expectations
• Identifies, documents and implements internal department quality and process improvements
• Reviews engineering documentation, including pilot run support, with production representatives
• Responds to product fabrication and assembly issues relating to design, process or material quality
• Suggests changes to standard designs based on custom design needs and market trends
• Analyzes standard and custom designs for design and manufacturability optimization
• Identifies possible material substitutions for production or purchasing
• Verifies and seeks approval for design deviations in production from development and structural engineering group
• Takes the lead inside the group for cost savings projects relative to design, material or process
• Assists CAD technicians with documentation standards
• Acts as primary back-up representative/meeting delegate for engineering supervisor
• Actively participates in training and mentoring of newer departmental associates
• Has the ability to use Inventor 3D modeling and 2D AutoCAD
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned
• At times traveling is required.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Technology or related field
• Previous engineering/manufacturing experience preferred
• Familiarity with several problem-solving models
• Knowledge of electrical circuitry
• Knowledge or training in air circuits
• Experience in Inventor
• Experience with Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel