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Job title: Associate Designer, Design Engineering

Location: Michigan City, Indiana

The Company

We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.

From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.

We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 58 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering.

Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you'll be part of a global network that's shaping the future of industrial power.

Summary of the position:

Create technical assemblies, models, and drawings for the design of Air Compressors. Work closely with other designers, engineers, and staff engineers to complete this work. Preform simple calculations such as Weight and Center of Gravity. Release new and revise existing files into PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system. Most the Engineer, Staff Engineer, and Design Engineering Supervisor will review work.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Create 3D CAD (Computer Aided Design) models of complex compressor sub-systems.
• Model new vendor parts, as necessary.
• Support multiple engineers and numerous projects at any given time.
• Design air compressor components and test equipment with maintenance, safety, and robustness in mind.
• Design assemblies in context of the top-level assembly using assembly constraints and arrangements.
• Prepare Engineering Requests (ER's) to document and release new parts, assemblies, BOM's and drawing changes.
• Provide management with appropriate, timely, and accurate status updates.
• Develop and revise engineering drawings, BOM's and specifications.
• Support the development of standard processes, procedures, and designs as it pertains to mechanical systems.
• Create Bill of Material using SAP Engineering Control Center (PLM) software.
• Assist in training and mentoring of less experienced team members.
• Participate in departmental and cross-functional teams to achieve corporate strategic goals.
• Perform other design related duties as assigned.
• Apply sound design practices to both CFD and FEA model setups.
• Provide technical support to teammates in sales, warranty, and customer service roles.
• Preform engineering analysis on components and sub-systems.

Qualifications:

Education:

• AS Degree minimum

Professional experience:

• Strong 3D parametric modeling skills (mechanical design, mechanical routing, castings, and machining).
• Experience using ECTR, or other PLM Software.
• Ability to create complex assemblies using constraints.
• Ability to understand and create P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams).
• Proficient in Unigraphics NX 12, other design packages considered with appropriate experience.
• Self-directed work team environment requires individual to be a team player and self-starter.
• Require work to be completed with current work tools but have a desire to improve our processes through continuous improvement.
• Understand attribute driven models in NX and PLM.
• Understand Drafting standards.
• Experience with GD&T preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft programs: Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Understand how ERP systems work (JD Edwards or SAP).
• 1-4 years' experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment.

Key behaviors:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-starter, professional, able to work without direct guidance or direction from others.
• Multi-tasking, efficiently managing several projects simultaneously.
• Interact positively with other employees and other departments.

Direct reports:

• N/A

The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power US Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.

This description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.

Hitachi Global Air Power US is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.