Mechanical Designer II/III

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated annual base pay: $25.81 (minimum) - $32.26 (midpoint) - $38.71 (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

• 401(k) match (4.5%)

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

• Paid parental leave

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits, including:

  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts

  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a Mechanical Designer, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

This role encompasses responsibilities for both advanced-level drafters and entry-to-intermediate-level designers. As a drafter, the individual works independently or with minimal supervision, completing drafting assignments and tasks for various departments or internal customer groups. As a designer, the individual operates under direct supervision at the entry level or with some latitude and minimal supervision at the intermediate level. Responsibilities include performing diverse design application tasks, often within a New Product Introduction (NPI) environment, where creative mechanization of design concepts is transformed into new products, tooling, or equipment.

What you will be doing...

• GD&T Proficiency: Intermediate ability to understand and apply Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (or international equivalent).

• Design Skills: Capable of creating 3D models for simpler designs and complex 2D drawings adhering to drafting standards, with experience in entry-level linear stackup studies.

• Manufacturing Knowledge: Familiarity with manufacturing and assembly processes, ensuring practical and effective design integration.

• Technical Tools: Proficient in CAD software, basic computer applications (Outlook, Word, Excel), ERP systems, and general office equipment.

• Interactive Illustrations: May create interactive illustrations for online manuals, enhancing documentation usability.

• Commitment to Quality: Demonstrates professionalism and quality focus, with potential green belt designation for drafting-related improvements.

• Communication & Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including for non-native English speakers, and the ability to work effectively in a team.

• Organizational Skills: Ability to process multiple types of information, prioritize tasks, and manage workloads efficiently, including assisting other drafters.

• Problem-Solving: Strong ability to diagnose and resolve drafting and design issues while making timely decisions.

What we are looking for...

Level 2:

• MCAD drafting experience, general machining, fabrication, and manufacturing knowledge

• NPI (New Product Introduction) experience

Level 3:

Education:

• US - Associate's Degree

Experience:

• MCAD drafting experience, general machining, fabrication, and manufacturing knowledge

• NPI (New Product Introduction) experience

• Designer experience or combination of Bachelors degree or International equivalent and experience

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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