Design Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION:

• Responsible for the mechanical, electrical, and control system design and specifications for CMC equipment.
• Designs custom machines and components for horizontal media mills and batch media milling and mixing equipment.
• Uses CAD software to create models and detailed drawings of equipment and components.
• Creates approval drawing packages and works with the customer to approve designs.
• Generates Bills of Material for each machine.
• Produces specifications for products and chooses raw materials and components to be used in production.
• Interacts with procurement team on purchased components and services.
• Coordinates with outside Electrical Engineering firm to complete electrical diagrams and build the electrical panels.  Coordinate with programmers on specific machine requirements.
• Create manuals to be sent to the customer with the equipment.
• Any other duties as assigned.

 COMPETENCIES/SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE OR TRAINING PREFERRED:

 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field or extensive experience in machinery design and engineering..
• Strong communication (written and oral) and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with 3D CAD software
• In-depth knowledge of processes, procedures, systems, preventative measures and manufacturing best practices.
• Experienced in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Strong MS Office proficiency – including Outlook, Teams, Work, Excel, PowerPoint

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

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

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The associate occasionally is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The associate is frequently required to stand and walk.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. 
• The noise level in the work environment is often loud.