Senior Designer -1st Shift

Summary:

Supports the Product Engineering department by assisting Product Engineers in the creation of 2D drawings and 3D models; also performing Engineering changes of drawings and 3D models.

Job Functions:

• Create new drawings/3D CAD models and make drawing/model changes for processing engineering change orders.
• Check drawings and models for accuracy and adherence to standards.

• Ensures quality of drawings and CAD models; analyzing the effect of proposed changes for proper fit and/or interference problems.
• Help define or improve CAD standards and best practices.
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results in a cooperative and supportive manner, as well as ability to work independently with little direction, when needed.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization.
• Interface with customers as necessary to clarify design objectives on projects and communicate updates to Sales Department.
• Adhere to DPG production release procedures.
• Continue education to stay current on the latest technologies. Maintains technical knowledge by conferring with technical specialists and suppliers; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
• Performing other duties as assigned or directed.
• Reading and understanding the company safety policies.

Specifications Required:

• Ability to be personally connected to others on the job, maintain a professional demeanor with a positive attitude
• Ability to operate at an advanced level with computer software
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Knowledge of document control systems like Teamcenter is desired
• Ability to demonstrate professional communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to multitask between projects and prioritize when necessary
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels in the organization
• Ability to work efficiently and independently and manage time well
• Ability to be careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks
• Willingness to stay late and work overtime when necessary.

Education & Experience:

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering Technology / CAD and 7 years of experience in design and development of mechanical systems
• 7 year experience using 3D CAD software (Solid Edge preferred)
• Experience with MS Office applications (i.e. MS Word & Excel)
• Strong intrapersonal skills - ability thrive in a team oriented, creative, and collaborative environment.
• Sound knowledge of engineering design principles.
• Advanced knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerance analysis.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)
• Experience managing large assemblies and complex design systems
• Mentor junior designers as needed

Disclaimer

Please note whether you can perform the functions of this job with or without accommodations. This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent.  An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Personal Protective Equipment Required (when on the factory floor):

• Eye protection (ANSI approved safety glasses)
• Steel-toe shoes
• Hearing (ear) protection (occasionally)

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, and taste or smell and use hands to touch, handle, or feel
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Travel - 0-15% typical
• Job duties must be performed onsite.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Dayton-Phoenix Group, Inc. (DPG) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, DPG complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.