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.