Intern - Designer

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare general assembly drawings for the customer, 3D models, assembly layouts, as well as creating detailed fabrication drawings for the shop floor based on customer supplied documents.

Monitor and report status of project from inception to shipment and report any delays to the Lead Engineer.

Communicate with the customer to resolve discrepancies in specifications and keep customer advised of project status. 

Coordinate (either directly or via the customer) the involvement of any necessary outside agencies and include receipt of any unnecessary document approvals, coordination of on-site 

inspection visits, etc. 

Assist Lead Engineer with special projects including Engineering process improvements, customer design services, etc. 

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Materials: Desired knowledge of materials utilized.  Selection of optimum materials, knowledge of material specifications and part numbers, and ability to accurately assign necessary materials to relevant engineering documents.
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• Fabrication: Will be trained in Samuel’s fabrication methods.  Basic capabilities and limitations of shop equipment should be utilized to determine to most effective means of product fabrication. 
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• Code Requirements: Will be trained to accurately interpret and comply with ASME code along with a wide variety of customer and outside agency specifications. 
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• Computer Knowledge: Must be fluent with basic operation of word processing and spreadsheet programs. 
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• Calculations: Must have basic knowledge of statics, mechanics of materials, and be able to complete appropriate design calculations.  Must become proficient with the use of pressure vessel calculation software.

SOFTWARE/EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

• Must have proficient knowledge of CAD (Inventor preferred)

• Microsoft Office Applications

• Desired to have basic understanding of shop equipment and machinery capabilities.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet team expectations.

• Understanding and support of company policies and procedures.

• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.

• Must be able to read blueprints.

• Must be in pursuit of a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field or Associates Degree in Mechanical field.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Job is mostly in an office environment which will be mostly standing and sitting. There will be some requirements to be on production floor and be in a work environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing positions are to be determined by the company.

As an employee, you are required to understand the ISO system and the elements that affect your job.