Staff Engineering Designer
Kaleidoscope
Cincinnati, OH
- Full-Time
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Staff Engineering Designer will develop creative and technically superior engineering design solutions appropriate to each project assigned.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1.
Design (40%)
- Delivers engineering design excellence
- Develops design concepts for parts and assemblies
- Creates detailed CAD models of parts and assemblies
- Develops product documentation that supports high quality production
- Employs DFM, DFA and DFQ
2.
Research (15%)
- Participates in project research and brainstorming teams
- Attends and participates in meetings with clients
- Objectively observes and understands user research inputs
- Participates in usability tests in order to discover design requirements and validate design concepts
- Participates in observational research as needed to uncover unmet needs
3.
Continuous Improvement (15%)
- Develops expertise in advanced CAD skills
- Stays abreast of new and evolving technologies as assigned
- Proposes process changes to improve quality, cost and schedule
4.
Quality (10%)
- Delivers flawless deliverables to client
- Manages deliverables and timing for self
- Delivers products that meets Kaleidoscope’s standards and when appropriate, international standards and regulations
5.
Performance Management (10%)
- Checks own work and that of peers, as requested
- Excellent team member and collaborator
6.
Project Management (10%)
- Participates in management of scope, schedule and cost
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience
- Knowledge and skills at a level normally acquired through the completion of a Associates Degree in Engineering Technology, Design, Drafting or related fields
- 10+ years of professional experience in design, drafting and product development
Licenses/Credentials/Certifications
- N/A
Skills/Specialized Knowledge/Abilities
- Good problem solving skills
- Expert knowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD
- Intermediate or better experience with Pro Engineer or NX 3D CAD
- Intermediate knowledge in geometric tolerance analysis
- Proficient in documentation, dimensioning and specification writing
- Intermediate skills in model shop processes and equipment
- Intermediate skills in manufacturing processes and tooling requirements
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Detailed oriented work style and service
- Intermediate ability to work and think in a methodical and logical way
- Intermediate ability to prioritize and complete tasks in order to deliver desired outcomes within allotted time frames
- Intermediate ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients
- Willingness to take direction from others and to accept constructive feedback while being adaptable and flexible
- Demonstrated ability to write and prepare documents/reports/correspondence/proposals in a concise, logical, grammatically appropriate format
- Good communication skills that demonstrate a professional demeanor
- Ability to effectively communicate to employees/clients via phone, computer or in person
- Excellent listener
- Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to stay focused and committed to a task
WORKING CONDITIONS
Tools and Equipment Used
- Computer workstation, typical office equipment, laboratory instrument and measurement equipment
Travel
- Occasional: up to 25% of the time
Physical & Mental Demands
- Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long period of time
- Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment
- Moderate lifting and carrying of supplies, equipment, files, etc.
- Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environment
- Ability to analyze unique situations and develop appropriate response
Environment
- Work typically performed in both an office and a laboratory setting.
Address
Kaleidoscope
Cincinnati, OH
45241
USA
Industry
Technology
Posted date
27 days ago
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