What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Engineer position at W. R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co.?
The Design Engineer will work with Engineering and Innovation to design, create and maintain new and existing products within CAD drawing system. Maintain Engineering documents in the ERP system, updating and revising as conditions warrant.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Create, detail and revise drawings for new and existing components or machinery in CAD.
- Design and/or improve fixturing for manufacturing.
- Work with Tool and Die to design progressive tooling for manufacturing.
- Create new knife designs and redesign existing patterns to optimize manufacturing and/or functionality.
- Document test results from all fixture/tooling development testing.
- Assist Engineering by providing support for layouts, fixturing, or other CAD related projects.
- Create 3D printed prototypes of new products and/or components.
- Manage Engineering and Capital projects related to tooling and fixturing.
- Document and maintain drafting standards for the Drafting department.
- Provide support to members of Engineering, Tool & Die, Maintenance, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Innovation as necessary.
- Maintain component documentation in the ERP system.
- Create and update material specifications as necessary.
- Create and update Engineering specifications as necessary.
- Maintain drafting backlog and drawing vault.
- Create and communicate timelines and track projects for all design projects.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Associate’s degree in CAD or Engineering required.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and Inventor required.
- 3-5 years manufacturing experience preferred.
- Demonstrated Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel) required.
**This is a salaried exempt, full on-site position located in Bradford, PA**