Associate Designer - Mechanical

The Associate Mechanical Designer will be responsible for creating mechanical parts and assemblies for products that are used within the renewable energy, microgrid, EV charging, crypto mining, and data center markets. 

The Associate Mechanical Designer will support the Design Engineering team using CAD tools to design and create both piece parts and multi-level assemblies of various products that are used within industry.  Beyond the design activities, the individual will be expected to work with other disciplines within the organizations to validate the design of the product, including taking input on design requirements, evaluating various solutions, presenting design concepts, and making recommendations on final design solutions.  This position should also have experience in material selection, component costing, fabrication processes, assembly processes, product verification and validation, and design trade-offs. 

This position will create 2D prints and 3D models for both piece part components and assemblies along with assembly documentation.  Understanding drawing standards, Change Notice practices, and creation on Bills of Material are required for this position.   

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Associates Degree in Mechanical Design or equivalent  

Experience: 6+ months of product design experience. Proficient in 2D/3D CAD design software (Inventor, CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo). Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Experience in sheet metal or heavy fabrication design, Mechanical Design and Drafting, and Bill of Material creation and Change Notice processes. Experience in large 3D assemblies and electrical equipment preferred.

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Travel: 10-25% 

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs mechanical designs and calculations under the direct supervision of an Engineer or Team Lead. 
• Assists in the preparation of mechanical designs for power and low voltage products. 
• Interacts with the Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Industrial Engineering staff on a regular basis. 
• Presents technical information during design meetings or reviews.  
• Creates and updates 2D prints and 3D models for piece parts components. 
• Creates and updates 3D layouts of top-level and sub-level assemblies. 
• Prepare Bills of Materials and prepare Change Notices to release components and assemblies.  
• Supports the creation of technical manuals for operation and maintenance of related products. 
• Self-checks own work to ensure accuracy to established drawing and design specifications and standards. 
• Provide technical assistance for prototype and pilot builds along with production support as needed. 
• Works with suppliers to integrate various components into higher level system designs. 
• Supports service, aftermarket, and installation teams as needed. 
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned. 

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.