What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Design Engineer (West Bend, WI) position at Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.?
Overview
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Project Engineer will be responsible for the design analysis, drawing reproduction, documentation and electronic data control activities essential to manufacturing which includes completing an audit and the final release of the engineering documentation: production drawings and process routings. This position also includes project management activities to ensure projects are production ready. Design of fabricated assemblies and mechanical assemblies plus validation of design can be a part of this position.
Benefits of working for Metalcraft:
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Holidays & Vacation
- Air Conditioned Facility
- Advancement Opportunities
- Free Health Clinic
- On-the-job training
- AND MORE!
Responsibilities
- Create and audit CAD models as required for new or changing products.
- Create and audit documentation to support product production.
- Create and audit all electronic data required to support product.
- Design of fabrications to support light construction equipment or our truck bodies. Includes design from cradle to the grave: design investigation, modeling, detailing, design documentation, design validation including FEA reviews or testing, and releasing for production.
- Assist with technical support and coordinate project management activities with internal departments: tooling, quality, purchasing, production planning, sales, production personnel, shipping.
- Collaborate design changes and assist customers with DFM opportunities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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.
- Strong communication and project management skills.
- Proficient in use of CREO or equivalent.
- Knowledge of sheet metal application a plus.
- Able to design and think analytically and creatively.
- Product design surrounding metal fabrications.
- Able to operate on own initiative but also contribute as a team member working within Engineering and other cross functional teams.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
Education and/or Experience
- Experienced user of Microsoft Office products
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Associates Degree in Mechanical Design with 2 years manufacturing experience
- Recent college graduates encouraged to apply
- Metallurgy experience is a plus.
Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer:Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabilities
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Job Expectations
Physical Demands
Physical Activity:
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50
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50
Reach Overhead
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Squat/Bend/Kneel
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Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
