What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Designer position at Ketronix?
Job Title: Mechanical Designer - SolidWorks, ICADc
Job Location: Madison, Alabama, United States
Contract Details: Full-Time
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Interpret and apply customer specifications to develop mechanical designs that meet defined performance, quality, and safety standards.
- Create and modify 3D CAD models for mechanical systems, assemblies, and components.
- Select standard mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components and coordinate ordering as required for projects.
- Apply proper Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to all designs and prototypes to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant product performance.
- Convert completed 3D models into accurate 2D manufacturing drawings using proper geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to facilitate manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Prepare and organize drawing packages, including printed and digital copies, to support manufacturing and assembly.
- Collaborate with senior designers, engineers, and manufacturing teams to refine designs and resolve issues.
Qualifications:
- 5–10 years of mechanical CAD design experience.
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, ICAD, or similar.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical assemblies.
- Familiarity with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Understanding of FMEA and GD&T principles.
Education & Experience:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent combination of hands-on experience, technical training, and demonstrated skills will be considered in place of formal education.