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Entry Shop Technician

Ladson, SC ยท On-site

$15 - $20/hr

At DES, we are a team of innovators who share a passion for critical thinking, inventing, and designing. We are committed to excellence in delivering technical solutions, research and development ...

Senior Visual Designer

Redwood City, CA ยท On-site

$95K - $125K/yr

Our Purpose Born and bred in the Bay Area, DES shares the trailblazing spirit of Silicon Valley. As an integrated design firm, we collaborate between disciplines, from architecture and interior ...

At DES, we are a team of innovators who share a passion for critical thinking, inventing, and designing. We are committed to excellence in delivering technical solutions, research and development ...

Professional Engineer

Redwood City, CA ยท On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

WHAT YOU'LL DO Join DES as a Professional Engineer and contribute to the continued growth of our structural team. We're looking for a motivated, detail-oriented engineer who values technical ...

At DES, we are a team of innovators who share a passion for critical thinking, inventing, and designing. We are committed to excellence in delivering technical solutions, research and development ...

Structural Engineer

Redwood City, CA ยท On-site

$130K - $200K/yr

WHAT YOU'LL DO Join DES as a Structural Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our structural team. We're seeking a driven professional with a passion for both technical excellence ...

WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Senior Interior Designer at DES, you will play a pivotal role in shaping environments that not only reflect client culture and values but also push the boundaries of design ...

The Junior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, building, and testing of mechanical systems. This role will report to the Program Manager and support the execution of ...

The Program Manager (PM) is responsible for developing and leading engineering programs, including projects and team members, to successful completion. This role will report to the Managing ...

The Engineering Project Manager (EPM) is responsible for the management of projects including, but not limited to, budgeting, staffing, resources, and planning. This role will report to the Program ...

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Entry Shop Technician

DES

Ladson, SC โ€ข On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

At DES, we are a team of innovators who share a passion for critical thinking, inventing, and designing. We are committed to excellence in delivering technical solutions, research and development, prototype fabrications, small-batch / low-rate product manufacturing, technical analyses utilizing modeling and simulation tools, and test services for projects of all sizes. Our capabilities include mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineering, requirements-based systems engineering design and development, design for manufacturing and sustainment, human factors engineering, and formal risk | opportunity management.
As a Shop Technician with DES, you will be given the opportunity to develop professional skills while putting your education and training into practice. With the support of our team of engineers and technicians, you will have access to mentors at all levels.
Responsibilities:
  • Proactively engage with engineering and shop team members to apply basic principles to project work and designs.
  • Prioritize safe workplace practices while working directly with engineers, CAD designers, and prototype technicians.
  • Assist with the operation and maintenance of tooling and shop equipment including, but not limited to, welders, mills, lathes, lifts, heavy equipment, press brakes, and more.
  • Manage applicable project work and shop tasks to maximize efficiency and ensure job delivery on time, with full commitment to quality.
  • Work collaboratively with technicians, designers, engineers, and outside resources to solve complex problems.
  • Contribute to team effort by performing other assigned duties as needed.
  • Participate in the shop area and equipment maintenance to keep the area clean, orderly, and safe.
Desired Skills:
  • Strong communication skills, organizational and time management, and good judgement.
  • General knowledge of a shop environment and safely working around heavy equipment and machinery.
  • Entry level experience in grinding, welding, reading blueprints, and knowledge of weld symbols is preferred.
Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Zero to four (0-4) years of experience with one or more types of fabrication and machine tooling used in shaping metal or nonmetallic material.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Actively pursuing a technical or machine-tool related training program or equivalent certification.
DES is a federal contractor working on specific government contracts that require employees to be US Citizens.
DES is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. DES recognizes the value of diversity and is committed to inclusion in our workplace. Additionally, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals in all employment practices, including but not limited to, recruitment, selection, hiring, employment, assignment, reassignment, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and any other personnel action or benefit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, non-binary gender designations, age, national origin, disability or handicap, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation, genetic information, status as a member or veteran of the uniformed services, citizenship status, or any other characteristic or category protected by federal, state, or local law.