Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) equipment to develop data, preliminary layouts, sketches, and notes to present design proposals to internal and external customers.
• Design and model foundry tooling such as patterns and core boxes.
• Work with the product development team to finalize new product designs, considering manufacturing capabilities.
• Create 3D CAD models of designs using SolidWorks and prepare 2D drawings for manufacturing and maintenance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop fixtures and other machining components from renderings or rough designs with contractors and vendors.
• Create layouts and drawings of complex assemblies and detailed parts of devices, mechanisms, and structures.
• Contribute to the design of existing and new patterns and build pattern design data.
• Support the development of technical solutions to complex problems, using creativity and ingenuity.
• Engage with senior personnel on significant technical matters that require coordination between organizations.
• Apply current technology and aid in the development of new technologies.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for design-related issues.
• Assist in determining the feasibility of new plant equipment or modifications, considering costs, space, timelines, and other technical and economic factors.
• Work with cross-functional stakeholders to improve project workflows.
• Ensure design and manufacturing lessons learned are incorporated into final product solutions.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Experience with 3D printing (FDM and SLA) and 3D scanning.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or 10 years of experience with designing foundry tooling.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience with foundry tooling.
• Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting abilities.
• Proficiency with various materials, such as wood, metal, plastic, and electrical components.
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent time management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility for projects.
• High-quality, detail-oriented work with an ability to identify key risks and dependencies.
• Cross-functional collaboration skills and data-driven decision-making abilities.

Physical Requirements:

• This position may require frequent bending, lifting, and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Employees should be able to perform this duty with or without reasonable accommodations.