What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Designer Level II position at Cashco?
Position Summary:
Cashco is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mechanical Designer Level II to join our Engineering team to design and develop pressure/vacuum valves, flame arrestors, and related components for industrial applications. This role is responsible for designing, modeling, and optimizing products to meet performance requirements and applicable industry standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners in Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
Responsibilities and Skills:
Design and Development:
- Design new products/parts and improve existing products/parts, ensuring manufacturability and safety; create 3D solid models and detailed drawings. Provide technical support of existing products.
- Drive innovation in product design and development to meet market and customer needs.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and managers to align designs with strategic company objectives.
- Apply design-for-manufacturability (DFM) principles to support high-quality, cost-effective production.
- Use GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and perform tolerance analysis as needed.
- Release Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) to improve the effectiveness, performance, and form/fit/function of existing products.
- Troubleshoot product and process issues with Sales, Engineering, and Operations using root-cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including design reports, specifications, Technical Bulletins, and IOMs.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) and 2–4 years of related experience.
- Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor and 3D modeling best practices for component and assembly models/drawings.
- Experience with pressure and vacuum control valves, conservation vent products, and/or flame arrestors.
- Strong understanding of materials used in valve manufacturing (e.g., stainless steel, alloys, plastics).
- Knowledge of standards and codes (e.g., ASME, API, ISO) governing valve design, materials, and testing would be preferred.
Computer skills:
- MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- 3D modeling software (Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks) and 2D AutoCAD.
- ERP and other applicable software in a manufacturing environment.
Core Competencies:
- Must be self-motivated, adaptable and have a willingness to grow their knowledge in relation to Cashco products, their functionality and use. Hands-on, comfortable working individually and in a team environment to reach goals.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
- Cashco performs background checks and drug screens on all candidates as part of our pre-employment testing.
- Regular presence on the manufacturing floor to support production and engineering activities.
- May require standing, lifting up to 50 lbs., and use of PPE.
- Occasional travel to suppliers, customers, or manufacturing sites may be required.
- Exposure to noise and industrial conditions.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity, value inclusion, and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.