Designer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Designer is to generate Autodesk Inventor/AutoCAD drawings illustrating various assemblies, details, dimensions, sectional views, tolerances, BOM, standard designs, etc. to convey specifications and design information to fabrication. This role will read and interpret customer documents and specifications for drawing implementation, maintain digital documentation, and prepare design calculations. The Designer will work closely with the engineering department and fabrication staff to ensure drawings are accurate, consistent, and timely.

Major Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Read and interpret customer documents, design specifications, and data sheets for drawing implementation.
• Prepare production design, pre-buy, and sales sketches. Identify design concerns and areas of uncertainty that require clarification.
• Create accurate "to scale" Inventor/AutoCAD fabrication drawings and complete "as-built" and certified drawings.
• Prepare weldments (ASME). Apply concepts such as fractions, decimals, and tolerances to satisfy drawing geometric requirements.
• Assist fabrication and sales personnel regarding drawing interpretation, dimensions, design concepts, clarification, etc.
• Complete drawings on time, following pre-assigned deadlines and instructions.
• Maintain job files and all digital documentation.
• Prepare design calculations for Engineering Manager sign-off.
• Report daily progress to the Engineering Manager and provide realistic estimates of drawing completion.
• Contact vendors to request and gather component design information to incorporate into drawings.
• Model and update part library database as required.
• Evaluate tolerance stack-ups to ensure proper fit of components and proper application of GD&T techniques.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related degree, equivalent combined education, training, and experience is required.
• 1-2+ years' experience in Design Engineering Preferred
• Technical skills with AutoCAD and/or Inventor and/or other 3D Parametric Design Software and/or FEA Analysis.
• Ability to function with minimal direction. Escalates issues as appropriate with the required level of urgency.
• Ability to create and present information on Engineering topics to audiences remotely, as well as in person.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High level of conscientiousness and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Career & Competency Emphasis

Career Level: Entry-level career position

Competency Emphasis

• Technical Knowledge
  • Verbal/Written - Facilitates and transfers knowledge in group and individual settings
  • Identifies ways to improve operational efficiency
  • Uses judgment to determine when to consult with more experienced employees on problems or other issues
  • Develops knowledge of general industry practices and technology
• Cultural Effectiveness
  • Diversity Perspective - Possesses general awareness and understanding of cultural differences
  • Empathy - Demonstrates awareness and appreciation for global and diverse perspectives in relevant industries
• Communication
  • Verbal/Written - Promptly responds to internal and external concerns via written, verbal, or electronic communication
  • Produces top-quality reports and documents
  • Uses discretion when communicating sensitive information
• Critical Evaluation
  • Collects and synthesizes relevant data through research and other methods
  • Engages in preliminary analysis of collected data and reports findings to management

Working Conditions

This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including but not limited to computers, office copiers, printers, and phone systems as well as operating in a medium-noise, non-climate-controlled facility with regular exposure to dust and residue. Machinery is present and in operation.

Physical Requirements

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.

This role requires the employee to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products, supplies, and electrical equipment up to 40 pounds.

ICC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary Description

65K-72K