SUMMARY

The Design Engineer will focus on designs specified by each customer and be proactive in determining if the design will meet relevant codes and current industry requirements. The Engineer must have excellent knowledge of CAD and Calculation software, a thorough understanding of engineering terminology, basic mathematical skills, and the ability to utilize existing programs (Mathcad, Visual Basic, etc.) to design products for customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret specifications, blueprints, bills of material, and written (or verbal) descriptions to determine feasibility and requirements of a project.

• Design, draft, and layout drawings of products and assemblies.

• Perform preliminary calculations such as stress and performance analysis, to support product quotation.

• Prepare detailed submittals of calculations, drawings, and/ or product certifications.

• Interact with customers concerning design proposals or existing designs.

• Interpret and create bill of materials for products.

• Participate in engineering and general design reviews as required.

• Perform liaison function between Engineering and all related departments regarding any issues, problems, or improvements.

• Provide Customer Service Department with complete details at time of order entry.

• Confer with departmental management and others to resolve design problems.

• Keep supervisor advised of workload status, problems, and progress as related to work assignments.

• Provide training and oversight to others within or outside the department as needed.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited college. Fundamentals Exam or a Professional Engineer’s license a plus.