Design Engineer

What’s the Job? Design AirPro products in 3D to a sales order using SolidWorks, PDM, and Driveworks projects. Prepare drawings as needed to define and manufacture the product and process the order. Processing the order may include notifying purchasing of long‑lead time items that are required, communicating to sales the details of the customer’s product and responding to their feedback, creating items and bills of material in the business software, and monitoring the order’s progress through the company. Additional responsibilities include completing projects as assigned, dealing with field service issues, and designing complex and specification‑heavy orders. Position Requirements Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D design and drafting program and PDM software Ability to use AutoCAD 2D drawing program Experience in entering items and Bills of Material accurately into ERP program Good grasp of engineering concepts/principles related to material properties and mechanics Ability to perform assignments with instruction regarding tasks required and expected results, generally under minimal supervision from managers or higher‑graded personnel Ability to respond to all inquiries from other internal departments or manufacturing personnel, including resolving design and drafting issues with manufacturing personnel and resolving order submittal errors with sales/order entry personnel Ability to work on multiple priorities with frequent interruptions in a fast paced environment Strong attention to detail Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to think critically and solve problems Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering Physical Requirements While performing the duties of the job, may lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Involves a variety of movements including sitting, standing, walking, and contorting as needed to work in awkward positions while working to fully understand and/or solve issues. Noise level is usually moderate to high. Majority of the work is done indoors. Job Duties & Skills Performs engineering/design function analysis including bearing analysis, critical speed analysis, vibration analysis of structures, a variety of mathematical calculations using standard procedures, and material stress analysis using related software and tools Determines and specifies special purchased parts in business ERP. May require contacting vendors, resolving technical details, and setting up info for purchasing Address engineering‑related manufacturing concerns and potential improvements Respond to customer service issues, including mechanical issues and air performance concerns Using specifications, sketches and customer layout drawings, generates final drawings of fans and related air handling equipment, including certified prints for customer submittals and manufacturing drawings for fabrication or purchase. Documentation is produced in SolidWorks. Verifies dimensional integrity of part details, materials to be used, relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to the whole structure or project Draws finished 3D designs and assembly and detail drawings for special sales orders or changes to standard products Processes drawing corrections and design change requests as required Communicates with manufacturing personnel to resolve design issues or questions, including Bills of Materials Communicates with sales personnel and other departments to resolve insufficient information on order and other order related issues Eventually processes all jobs including those requiring extensive layouts, demanding visualization skills, and design calculations for all types of AirPro products Ideally possesses strong self‑motivation, a positive attitude, and the ability to motivate others. Consistently drives continuous improvement and organizational goals Provides informal mentoring to other team members by answering questions and cultivating a team environment and open communication culture Ensures quality standards and processes are used Ensures safety guidelines are being met, including use of approved safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection when in the shop Performs all job duties in a manner safe to self and others Performs other duties as assigned Equipment Used Office equipment including computer, printer/copier, phone, etc. Benefits Immediate Paid Time Off (PTO and Holidays) Health Coverage Company Paid Dental, Life and AD&D, and Long‑Term Disability Voluntary Benefits that include Vision, Short Term Disability, Life and AD&D (employee, spouse and child), Accident and Critical illness Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 401k with Company Match Disclaimer Notice The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an associate may be required to perform. AirPro Fan & Blower reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. All requirements are subject to change and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. #J-18808-Ljbffr