Engineering Designer

Job Description

The Senior Engineering Designer will demonstrate advanced utilization of the PTC suite of design and PLM programs (Creo and Windchill) to design and layout component parts, including subassembly and assembly structuring including top level vehicle large assembly management. The Senior Designer ensures proper form, fit and function while improving product performance, reliability, safety, manufacturability and cost effectiveness as directed by specific project/customer expectations and requirements.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Effectively complete modeling/drawing/tolerancing tasks using Creo with limited to no input from others and occasionally lead design efforts outside of direct engineering support.
• Collaborates well with and takes ultimate direction from responsible Design Engineers to complete projects.
• Viewed by others in the department as a team player.
• Able to calibrate work plans to account for project requirements including technical, budget and timing.
• Meets most deadlines; able to recognize if project is behind schedule and communicate accordingly.
• Occasionally mentors less experienced personnel.
• Utilizes communication tools/methods to ensure effective communication.
• Has developed and employs formal methods to prioritize/manage tasks.
• Demonstrates working effectively with technical and non-technical personnel on a cross functional team.
• Understands functions of other departments in the organization.
• Sought out by others in the department for a second opinion.
• Formally documents best practices.
• Viewed by others in the department as a subject matter expert on at least one area of Engineering design or Product Design.
• Strong proficiency in Creo modeling and assembly skills with a specialty in at least one area of design.
• Proficient in advanced modeling concepts.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains safe and productive work environment by assuring the work area is clear of tools, brooms, debris, and other items that may present a hazard.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Education:

• High School Diploma/Equivalent required
• Associates Degree or Bachelor of Science degree in related field

Experience:

• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in Creo
• Comfortable in modeling most types of components in a vehicle
• At least 5 years working in Creo

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Fluent in many engineering processes and continuous improvement methods.
• Working knowledge of most product lines and at least 1 market.
• Consistently makes good decisions; quick to learn from mistakes.
• Able to effectively communicate across divisions at the peer level.
• Able to evaluate a problem and develop several alternative solutions along with pros/cons of each.
• Understanding of level of detail required for implementation of potential solution (value of quick fix/containment vs. long term solution/corrective action).
• Understands the impact of potential solutions and makes recommendations accordingly.
• Able to anticipate unexpected delays and formulate contingency plans in the event delays materialize.
• Able to quickly identify critical path and manage priorities accordingly.
• Able to prioritize responsibilities with some input from manager.
• Able to effectively self-manage low complexity projects.
• Able to manage outside distractions that could adversely impact performance of other personnel.