Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Baker Engineering, LLC’s (Baker) core business centers around the design and development of high-tech, high-performance technologies for a variety of applications, from custom military and commercial engines, to engine components, to the production of parts and mechanical assemblies for other industries. Baker is a division of Waséyabek Development Company, LLC that is wholly owned by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, a Federally recognized Indian Tribe.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Design Engineer is responsible for the development of parts, assemblies and detailed drawings using CAD design software as well as supporting the design work through the manufacturing, building, and testing phases.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Perform CAD Design to customer specifications utilizing PTC Creo software (multiple modules)

• Conduct Finite Element Analysis

• Development of parts, assemblies, and detailed drawings

• Conduct engineering analysis of components and dynamic systems

• Support part and engine testing

• Write proposals and reports

• Other duties as requested by management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Design/CAD software experience

• Mechanically inclined

• Knowledge of hand tools

• Critical thinking skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Proficient in Microsoft office suites including; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe

• Must be able to support the Baker culture with a focus on teamwork and a commitment to service

• Time management and organizational skills

• User level knowledge of ASME Y14.5 standard for geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing

• Ability to communicate and collaborate with team members

• Good oral and written communications skills

• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion

• Ability to pass a background investigation, including but not limited to nationwide criminal record search, and other relevant background information deemed necessary by BE.

• US Citizen/ ITAR compliant

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Engine test laboratory experience (instrumentation, set-up, and operation) preferred

• Proficient using PTC Creo software as evidenced by at least 5,000 hours of professional experience

• Experience with design for manufacturing

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift up to 50lb rarely

• Stand/walk up to 8 hours per day 

• Bend occasionally

• Reach/work above shoulders occasionally

• Twist rarely

• Fine manipulations frequently to occasionally

• Gross manipulation frequently to occasionally

• Push/pull frequently to occasionally

• Sit a desk workstation for up to 8 hours per day

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office environment 

Climate controlled shop

TRAVEL

This position may require travel up to 5% of the time

POSITION TYPE

This is a full-time, exempt position

RELOCATION

Relocation expenses are not provided

HIRING PREFERENCE

Native American & Veteran Hiring Preferences will be applied in accordance with Waséyabek Development Company policy. We are committed to making merit-based hiring decisions. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, height or weight, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.