Mechanical Designer II

JOB TITLE: Mechanical Designer II
LOCATION: Jacksonville, FL
DURATION: 6m contract to hire

SUMMARY:

The Mechanical Designer II designs and details mechanical components systems under the guidance of engineering management. The Mechanical Designer II is a mid-level position responsible for the integrity, quality, and proper operation of designs from concept through manufacture, assembly, test, and field installation.

Essential Job Functions

• Participate as a team member with other Engineers, Drafters, Manufacturing, Production and Purchasing personnel to complete design projects on time and within budget.
• Coordinate project tasks and schedules, delegate work to drafters and support staff as required.
• Responsible for design and manufacturing support.
• Responsible for specification compliance and documentation of mechanical systems, subassemblies and components.
• Responsible for the layout and detailed mechanical designs.
• Drive projects involving new concepts and approaches to the design on new products.
• Recommend materials and components for inclusion in design specifications based on experience and on catalogue reference data.
• Solve technical problems with equipment in the field, provide technical expertise to the organization, work with and develop suppliers, interact and direct engineering activities.
• Study industry standards and ensure that designs are safe and meet applicable industry safety requirements.
• Actively Participate in Design Reviews. Review designs with other Engineering, Manufacturing, Production personnel as well as equipment users to ensure that designs meet all requirements.
• Prepare and present written, oral visual material to support proposals, presentations, design reviews and written reports.
• Develop cost estimates for proposed projects which include labor and material costs.
• Organize and maintain project folders and report project status to Manager, Engineers and others on a regular basis. Must keep technical information updates and organize through configuration management for the department.
• Plan perform or direct and document experiments to prove design performance.
• Deal with work-processes, optimization methods, and risk management tools in such projects.
• Coach and mentor drafters and junior engineers.
• Must be capable of safely handling government-furnished equipment and materials.
• Must be available to work a standard weekly schedule with overtime as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of 3D Mechanical CAD including detail drawings/models and applying large assembly management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to clearly explain the perspective of the engineering department to upper management as well as to the engineering team.
• Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and practices.
• Able to make decisions independently on engineering problems. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Able to handle multiple projects and tasks concurrently.
• Understanding of sheet metal and machined part fabrication practices and documentation standards.
• Strong ability to work with others and be an active part of a cross functional team.
• Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and work to a schedule.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Solidworks, AutoCAD or other 3D modelling Software, Solidworks Simulation, EPDM Configuration Management.
• Preferred working experience with Faro Arm 3D Scanner and Geomagic Design X software.
• Preferred experience in 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance when required by the contract.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in a related field or a certification from a technical institute or equivalent.
• Eight (8) years drafting experience.
• Two (2) years of experience as a mechanical drafter.

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