What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Designer position at New Way Trucks?
Build your future with New Way Trucks!
New Way Trucks is a family-owned company spanning three generations. We combine family values with cutting-edge technology to deliver excellence in heavy manufacturing. We are a company with small-town values and a Global impact. New Way is the largest private refuse equipment manufacturer in North America with equipment operating in all 50 states, as well as Canada, Latin America, Asia, and beyond.
Currently we are seeking a Controls Designer to join our team and be an essential part of our manufacturing team. This person designs controls systems of electrical, hydraulic, and/or pneumatic controls for refuse equipment manufactured at New Way Trucks. They utilize knowledge of electrical engineering and drafting to design and draft components of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and/or other related areas.
Your Role in Our Mission:
- Designs systems for installation of electrical controls for equipment, utilizing knowledge of computer-aided design and applying knowledge of electricity, electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Trains controls technicians to install, troubleshoot, and perform repeatable processes.
- Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform engineering tasks.
- Provide excellent customer service via phone or email to customers, dealers, and department personnel to assist in trouble shooting to resolution.
- Review technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and quality requirements.
- Utilize various state-of-the-art-engineering tools, i.e., a personal computer (PC) or (CAD) equipment, in assigned projects as applicable.
- Implement, maintain, or improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, or systems for mobile equipment purposes.
- Ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or quality requirements by coordinating manufacturing, installation, support, documentation, or testing activities.
- Reviews schematics with customer’s representatives to answer questions during installation.
- Must be able to read and work with schematics, wiring diagrams and bills of materials and engineering change orders.
- Design any non-standard electrical/controls requests for new sales orders.
- Design chassis integration layouts including chassis programming such as Allison transmission, Cummins engine, Diamond Logic, etc.
To Perform this Job Successfully:
- Associate degree in advanced technology or related field with a minimum of two years of experience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of fabrication, assembly, welding, and automotive related processes.
- Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) and its use as a design tool.
- Proficient with computers and computer software including word, excel, data entry and information processes.
- Basic understanding of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Strong background of arithmetic, geometry, statistics, and their applications.
- Ability to identify problems through analytical reasoning and resolve issues through creative thought processes.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative management style.
- Ability to travel as needed.
Why New Way Trucks?
- Family Owned: Experience a close-knit atmosphere where every team member is valued, and contributions recognized.
- Midwest Values: Integrity, hard work, and community from the core of our operations.
- Innovation at Heart: We are committed to staying ahead of the curve and continually investing in technology and our people.
- Competitive Benefit Package: Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for professional growth.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now!
This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.
