Mechanical Designer (SolidWorks)

DEFINITION:

Design product per customer and company specifications. Work with drafters, engineers and manufacturing to provide support for projects.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general supervision of the Design Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Provide drafting and design (CAD) work using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Understand function and design of company product lines.
• Participate in the design of new and current process equipment in cooperation with a design team.
• Responsible for producing equipment models, detailed drawings for manufacturing and field assembly drawings.

• Identify redlines on drawings created by others and accurately make required changes.

• Use and apply company drafting standards and best practices.
• Participate in peer review process by reviewing models and drawings created by others.

• Occasional travel to construction job sites.

• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Thorough knowledge of mechanical design drafting practices.
• Strong math and geometry skills.
• Accurate and detail oriented, producing work in a timely manner without errors.
• Successfully work in a fast-paced environment, independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to learn quickly and a willingness to take on additional workload as needed.

• Willing to work the hours needed and committed to meeting deadlines.

• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong organization and documentation skills.

• Possess knowledge of Microsoft Outlook tools (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two-year drafting and design technical certificate, degree or equivalent.

• 3 years designer experience.
• A strong work ethic.
• Possesses qualities such as productivity, dependability, resourcefulness, efficiency, and professionalism.
• Experience in AutoCAD and SolidWorks or transferrable software.
• Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Fluent user of AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of PDM and ERP software.
• Experience in any of the following areas: agriculture, material handling, material blending or the food process equipment industry.