HARPER INTERNATIONAL

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Position Description is the tool used by Harper International to communicate and

clarify the essential job functions, establish the basis for performance expectations, and

identify training needs for each position.

Part I - Reporting Structure

Date of last revision: March 2024 Department: Engineering

Job Title: Designer Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Design Supervisor Completed By: HR

Part II – Position Objective

Designers provide broad-based technical support for custom OEM projects (high-temp

industrial furnaces & related equipment) and to use best practices such as design for

manufacturing. The role may also include manufacturing support and assembly guidance,

customer support for start up and repairs, and support of developmental programs in our

lab(s).

Part III – Job Responsibilities

Essential Duties

1. Under the direction of project engineering, review project system requirements,
technical specifications, and reference drawings to prepare layouts for parts/sub-

assemblies from concept phase through detailed design & drawings.

2. Execute and design sub-assemblies, drawings, and details, identifying necessary
requirements for purchase, fabrication, and assembly.

3. Investigate purchase parts or subassemblies through vendor communications
enhancing technical specifications - to source suitable, cost-effective material

supplies.

4. Create and maintain accurate and complete Bill of Materials Enter B.O.M in
company’s ERP/MRP system.

5. Evaluate equipment & make suggestions regarding design improvements.
6. Provide onsite support, advice and supervise manufacturing subcontractors to ensure

that project deliverables are met.

7. Lead small sized projects on occasion.
Additional duties (may be periodically required):

1. Assemble, operate, inspect, and test machinery & components
2. Provide system engineering support to our technology center(s) including equipment

upgrades, system integration, test set up and lab event oversight.

3. Provide onsite customer support for new equipment installation, start up,
troubleshooting and repair. Provide similar role for existing equipment field retrofits.

IV – Knowledge, Skills, Education

1. Associate’s degree in related field with relevant experience or equivalent experience.
2. Must possess mechanical knowledge of custom OEM equipment, machines, and

components including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.

3. Familiarity with welding, weld symbols, fabrication (especially large structural
equipment), sheet metal, and mechanical drive components necessary.

4. Knowledge of the practical application of engineering technology and the ability to
apply that knowledge to custom, innovative design concepts.

5. Proficient with 2D AND 3D CAD systems, such as AutoCAD and/or Inventor.
6. Knowledge of best practice design techniques such as DFM, GD&T, etc. with an

ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

7. Must possess excellent verbal & written communication skills with a focus on
providing excellent customer service. Strong commitment to teamwork and

integrating information from multi-disciplined teams.

8. Strong “hands on” bias. Enjoys building large and complex equipment. Propensity to
take things apart to figure out how they work. Curious by nature.

9. Up to 15% travel may be required-both domestic & international

V – Physical Requirements

The job requires the following less than 1/3 of the time:

1. Standing
2. Walking
3. Reaching with arms/hands
4. Climbing or balancing
5. Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling
6. Talking or smelling
7. Lifting or moving up to thirty pounds

The job requires the following 1/3 – 2/3 of the time:

1. Sitting

The job requires the following more than 2/3 of the time:

1. Using hands

2. Talking
3. Hearing

VI – Compensation

$31.25-$36.00/hour

Individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including

skill set, experience, qualifications, and other position related components.

Harper International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected

status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National

Origin/Disability/Veteran