CAD Designer

CAD DesignerHot JobMertz 2400 N Waverly - Ponca City, OK 74601OverviewLevel: Experienced Position Type: Full TimeDescriptionCAD DesignerJob DescriptionDepartment: EngineeringJob Status: Full TimeFLSA Status: Salary ExemptReports To: Engineering Design ManagerLocation: Ponca City, OKAmount of Travel Required: N/AWork Schedule: Monday-Thursday (5:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.) and Sunday-Thursday (7:00 p.m. – 4 p.m.)Positions Supervised: N/APOSITION SUMMARY: The CAD Designer serves in the Engineering Department. Will provide support to senior designers/engineers, product managers, machine shop, layout department and shop floor.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may.")Create drawings of assemblies, weldments and individual manufactured components used in the fabrication of specialty steel trailers, as well as other various product lines.Design large trailers that are 80,000 and above GVW. (Similar experience may be considered).Think of possible design solutions.Research whether the design will work and be cost-effective.Assess the usability, environmental impact and safety of a design.Observes all safety regulationsPerforms other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.QualificationsPOSITION REQUIREMENTSSuccessfully passes background check, pre-employment drug screening, and any pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s) including pre-employment Pulmonary Function Test (PFT.)In-person, predictable attendanceEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVELBachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant related work experienceA minimum of three to five years of Manufacturing and related Engineering experience required in various Manufacturing Engineering functionsProven experience working with Lean Manufacturing principlesExperience working in a team environment preferably with a small to medium size companyQUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIESPossess strong understanding of materials science, manufacturing processes, and industry standardsPossess strong understanding of miscellaneous processes like Plasma cutting, Laser cut, forming, and welding.High proficiency with using Pro-e/Creo or similar 3-D software.Excellent speaking, writing, and listening skills.Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and high-demand environment.Knowledge and experience with ERP systems in Discrete Manufacturing; preferably with Made2Manage ERP.Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), with emphasis on Excel as it is used heavily for data analysis and reporting.Must be able to work under timeline constraints.Possess the ability to effectively communicate and convey information and collaborate with teammates.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Daily required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach and squat/kneel. Work environment includes exposure to hazardous materials, operating conditions, audio up to 85 dB and inclement weather, including typical and atypical outdoor elements and extreme cold and hot weather temperatures. Given these conditions employees are required to wear company mandated and issued personal protective equipment (PPE) and must strictly adhere to all safety policies.Work hours may include or includes early morning, late evenings, and weekends, depending on business necessity.AAP /EEO STATEMENTThe Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws. Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.Last Revised 02/2025