Reporting to: Engineering Manager - Automation 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Translate written design concepts/sketches, product data, and customer requirements/standards into  fully functional SOLIDWORKS designs.
• Able to generate accurate Bills of Materials, and Detail Prints.
• Work in a collaborative environment with Project Managers, Build Manager, Manufacturing Manager, and  Controls Manager.
• Develop and evaluate potential solutions to engineering problems for feasibility, manufacturability, and  optimal cost.
• Capable from design concept, through revisions, to final approved designs.
• Interact with vendors to determine proper and cost-effective purchased items.
• Participate in internal and customer design reviews with ability to effectively translate meeting minutes into final/approved designs.
• Assist Jr. Automation Designers on assigned projects.
• Work with builders to monitor assembly progress and update designs/details to “as built” when required.
• Evaluate potential solutions to engineering problems for feasibility, manufacturability, and cost. 
• Provide written and verbal work direction to team members.
• Ability to perform CAE simulations, FEA, and engineering calculations. 
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

 Required competency and experience: 

• 5 to 10 years experience with SOLIDWORKS mechanical design software.
• 5 to 10 years design experience in an automotive environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective oral and written communications.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Detail orientated.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive projects.
• Remain flexible while working in a fast paced, frequently changing environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-based environment as required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Understanding of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with robotics, vision systems, and other complex turn-key purchased mechanisms and sub-systems.
• Should have understanding of common mechanical engineering practices, standards, mechanisms, and  purchased components.
• Understanding of machine ergonomics, serviceability, and maintenance.
• Should have strong troubleshooting and analytical thinking skills.

 Education:

• Technical School Graduate or equivalent experience in an industrial manufacturing environment is essential.

Accessibility: 

Select Tool is committed to fostering a positive work environment and empowering its employees. Select Tool  encourages applications from all qualified applicants and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.  Please contact hr@selecttool.com if you require an accommodation during the recruitment process.