Hardware Engineer jobs in Valley Stream, NY

Unified Door and Hardware Group is a national distributor and integrated, value-added solutions provider that specializes in distributing doors, related hardware, specialty products, and electronic access control devices to the commercial construction industry. With a strong presence in both new construction and renovation sectors, our company stands as a leader in the market, recognized for its professionalism and integrity.

Job Summary:

The Drafting Engineer is responsible for the design, development and implementation of Hollow Metal and Wood Door Shop Drawings, acts as a liaison between groups and departments working on projects, facilitating the review and exchange of information. Maintain appropriate documentation. Supports team members and ensures that established goals and deadlines are met. Keeps superiors informed of status and significant problems

Key Responsibilities: 

• Maintain appropriate documentation
• Supports team members and ensures that established goals and deadlines are met.
• Keeps management informed of status and significant problems.
• Assists with the research, design, and implementation of projects.
• Researches and analyzes design proposals, specifications and applications regulations.
• Interprets Architectural Specifications and Blueprints in order to develop CAD based shop drawings for Architect’s review.
• Coordinates with the client and LIFD Project Manager to resolve issues and application contracts.
• Identifies causes of product process instability and recommends solutions.
• Ensures products and systems meet client/customer specifications and applicable building codes.
• Manages the release of material to the production facility to ensure efficiency and compliance with customers’ critical path expectations.
• Assist management with “Research and Development” of new products and processes as needed.
• Performs engineering project support functions.
• Conducts research to determine manufacturability, ease of assembly.
• Communicates project information among groups, departments, and units.
• Assists in review and creation of documentation.
• Ensures that all project documentation is complete and current.
• Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication, coordination, and working relationships with area staff.
• Keeps superiors informed of significant problems and of progress in reaching established objectives.
• Interacts with engineering team to assess compliance with plan specifications.

Education/Certifications:

• High school Diploma or equivalent with two years of additional computer training or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of structural steel and miscellaneous metals.
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings and contract specifications.
• AutoCAD (Required)

Location:

• This position requires an onsite presence at our Port Washington, NY office

Salary and Compensation: 

• In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At Unified Door and Hardware Group (UDHG), we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is $55K-$85k

 
EEO Statement:
Unified Door and Hardware Group (UDH Group) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. UDH Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.