Contractual R&D Software Developer Jobs in Erie, PA

Designer/Drafter II
The Company
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We're a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America's Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today's leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you'll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
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The Designer/Drafter will follow established technical specifications to prepare drawings, solid models, and other engineering documentation. This position will work closely with engineers to develop specification sheets, installation guides, solid models, and drawings, using Autodesk Inventor and InDesign, to support Applications Engineering and Sustaining Engineering initiatives and assist with developing and improving existing designs. The drafter will also consult with engineers regarding model accuracy, design, and drafting standards. He/she will also work with groups outside of Engineering to support the Engineering Change Control (ECN/ECR) process.
Key Accountabilities
• Create installation instructions, sales drawings, and submittals using AutoCAD and Adobe InDesign software for both standard product and custom designs.
• Responsible for performing specific computer-aided design using AutoCAD & Autodesk Inventor to support the Applications Engineering team and the Sustaining Engineering team when required. This includes the creation of 3D solid models, detail drawings, and product layout drawings as requested by Engineering.
• Responsible for performing corrections, revisions, and changes to parts, models, assemblies, and layouts as required.
• Assist Engineering by providing input and feedback on new or existing designs and projects to improve performance, costs, and/or manufacturability of design.
• Assist engineering team with development and maintenance of Engineering Change Request (ECR) process and drafting task/project management system used by the engineering team.
• Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing data, conferring with engineers.
• Maintain organization and standard of controlled documents and ensure and serve as the gatekeeper for controlling sensitive product documentation.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement projects related to internal drafting practices and standards and processes.
• Review job details and blueprints and submit project information into work funnel for further processing.
Qualifications/Requirements
• Associate's degree in mechanical engineering technology or associate's degree in mechanical Drafting & Design, equivalent technical degree, or equivalent work experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Inventor, Version 2012 or newer. Revit MEP, Autodesk Vault, Autodesk Simulation CFD Experience is highly desired
• Familiarity with ASME Y14 drafting standards preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Microsoft Access and Project are a plus
• Additional Computer skills desired include familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Professional, Adobe PageMaker 7.0, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Algor FEA software
• Must have the ability to read and interpret complex detail drawings and architectural/structural blueprints
Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan - purchase company stock at a discount!

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