Engineering Support Specialist I

Department: Sustaining Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Location: Nor-Cal Products, Inc. dba Pfeiffer Vacuum Valves & Engineering (Pfeiffer Vacuum V&E)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

An engineering support specialist provides support to CAD drafters/designers, and other engineering personnel, by preparing information so it can be effectively processed. This individual will interface with other departments as necessary to gather information and will also utilize various computer software programs to perform assigned duties and tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Exercise of judgment, discretion, and tact in all business matters and business relationships is required. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain clear and cooperative working relationships with co-workers and demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality are essential. The organization’s leadership promotes collaborative problem solving in both formal and informal work teams. Participation in and contribution to teamwork within the organization is required. Necessary interpersonal skills include being a self-starter, motivated, creative, flexible, self-confident, deadline oriented and able to multi-task. Employees must follow all quality and safety procedures of the company, including those at customer sites if applicable, and must abide by the corporate Code of Conduct in all situations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Duties

1. Provides support to engineering by preparing ECOs & their supporting documentation for review and implementation.
2. Provides support to engineering personnel by preparing order & estimate documentation for review and implementation.
3. Works with engineering personnel and vendors to quote Long Lead Material.
4. Process simple purchased part sales orders.
5. Maintains Excel Logs, ECO, QT & Engineering.
6. Interfaces with customers in requesting/receiving information, DWGs, Models, spec sheets, etc.
7. Send Customer's drawings for Approval for some Eng. Team Members.
8. Assist Document Control as needed.
9. Uses Adobe to redline/scrub drawings.
10. Utilizes ERP system for simple searching and information gathering.
11. Data entry tasks in ERP system.
12. Interfaces with vendors in requesting and/or receiving information. DWG's, Models, spec sheet, etc.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

75% inside, climate / noise-controlled office environment, 25% manufacturing shop floor; lifting to less than 50 lbs. Eye, hearing, and Cleanroom protective equipment must be worn as required.

Tasks require walking, sitting, bending, reaching, mobility, frequent lifting and pushing/pulling. Work requires computer skills (word processing, spreadsheet, and data-entry), attention to detail and accuracy. Communication skills including listening and speaking are required for interaction with other employees, vendors, and customers. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to balance multiple tasks and any stress associated with the duties and responsibilities of this position are essential requirements in the performance of this job.

Secondary duties with added requirements may be assigned from time to time.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Company Values

Pfeiffer Vacuum V&E believes that we are all suppliers and customers of someone in our organization. Our employees must be able to demonstrate this customer-centric belief - which means that you are value-adding, reliable, performance-driven, innovative, service-minded, and agile – in all of their business activities. We expect that our company values of open mindedness, trust, communication, thinking strategically/being creative, being courageous, accountable, and humble, ethical sensitivity/compliance, resilience/facing diversity and fostering a culture of empowerment, engagement and collaboration will drive the actions of our employees.

General Qualifications

1. Ability to use Microsoft Office.
2. Ability to use Adobe.
3. Ability to use ERP system for basic tasks.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Minimum 1 year of administrative experience; (preferred experience in manufacturing environment).

Language Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Mathematical Skills

Basic mathematics skills.

Reasoning Ability

Able to work in a fast-paced shop, with quickly changing work priorities, and with minimal interaction to complete assignments on time.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

TOOLS AND/OR EQUIPMENT

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires work in the office or factory settings.

Pfeiffer Vacuum V&E is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact Danielle Clair at 530-841-9150.

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