What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Designer position at EMP?
Company Description EMP, based in Escanaba, Michigan, is an ISO/IATF 16949 certified leader in the research, development, manufacturing, and assembly of components and systems for global markets. The company serves highway, agricultural, marine, and commercial industries with high-performance, precision-engineered products. EMP is recognized for its award-winning manufacturing and machining capabilities and its innovative thermal management solutions. Its portfolio includes electric brushless DC oil pumps, water pumps, fans, complete electric engine cooling systems, and high-output alternators. To learn more about EMP’s capabilities and products, visit emp-corp.com.
Role Description Through proficient use of in-house 3-D modeling programs the Senior Designer will be responsible and accountable for creating models, prints, and illustrations for releasing proprietary products. Using a strong understanding of the principles of revision control and product life cycles, the Senior Designer will support engineering, sales and service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (others may be assigned):
· Create large complex 3-D models and prints using CREO/PDM essentials.
· Experience designing cast and injection molded components, with a strong understanding of DFM principles, tooling considerations, material properties, and production constraints.
· Experience designing sheet metal, fabricated, and welded components/assemblies, with a strong understanding of DFM principles, tooling considerations, material properties, and production constraints.
· Utilize Windchill to store and control engineering models, drawings, and related documents.
· Import, modify and manipulate large complex customer models and prints.
o Fit-up analysis with customer models and EMP proprietary products.
· Release prints using in house ECN system.
o Promote and revise large complex models and prints.
· Interface with suppliers, customers, and internal engineering during release process.
· Provide technical support to department projects through design, CAD analysis, and test support.
· Specify and participate in testing, fabrication, and assembly of advanced products.
· Independently work on and solve complex design tasks.
· Create presentations on critical design issues.
· Uses GD&T and DFMEA regularly.
· Uses basic DFM techniques.
Interpersonal Skills:
· Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Participates in meetings.
· Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
· Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
· Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.
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.
Education and/or Experience:
- Associate of Science in Engineering or Technical field and 5 relevant years of design CAD related experience or any combination of education or experience.