DESIGN ENGINEER

Title Design Engineer Department Engineering Status Full Time (Exempt – Administrative)/At-Will Location Will vary, depending on job location. Direct Report R&D Manager Purpose Working under the direction of the R&D manager, the Design Engineer will support engineering design activities by providing design, drafting, testing, and implementation support for projects as assigned. Responsibilities Reads and studies all project related documents (drawings, plans, notes, internal client specifications, third party specifications, etc.) Stores and maintains assigned project file(s) for quick access and for future reference Ensures that project documentation is prepared accurately, consumable materials and work allocations are cost coded correctly and production quantities are tracked and reported Maintains milestone tracking spreadsheet(s) for assigned projects, including timelines, deliverables, and other measurable metrics Assists the R&D Manager by performing calculations, design edits, and obtaining quotes for required subs, materials, etc. required throughout the project Attends project planning meetings and takes/distributes meeting minutes in accordance with the R&D Manager’s instructions Assists in the preparation and review of resource scheduling within the three week look ahead schedule and distributes the final schedule as approved by the R&D manager to operations when directed Assists the R&D Manager with documenting and tracking of Extra Work costs, assuring out of scope work is captured as a Change Order and that Extra work is not performed without proper authorization Physical Requirements Ability to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required PPE includes hard hat, task specific safety glasses, life vest, respirators, task specific hearing protection, task specific safety shoes (steel toe or metatarsal), and/or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and may change based on location Ability to walk, step, climb, and move from one location on the job site to another Ability to get into and out of equipment through the use of vertical ladders up to and including 10’ or more in height Ability to visually see worksite environment and observe equipment operations (either naturally or with corrective lenses) Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, and sit for long periods of time Ability to complete repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back Ability to climb vertical ladders and work at elevated heights Ability to lift and carry up to and including fifty (50) lb. objects as required Ability to adapt to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure to the elements Ability to work outdoors in all-weather conditions Education Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Civil, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management or a related field of study Experience 1-2+ years of related mechanical engineering design / electronic drafting experience preferred Skills & Abilities Proficiently utilize Microsoft Office Suite Products including Excel, Word, Microsoft Project and Outlook Proficiently utilize SolidWorks for mechanical engineering design assignments Demonstrate excellent communication and problem solving skills Demonstrate strong analytical skills Demonstrate strong attention to detail while remaining highly organized and focused on long term goals Can multitask in a high paced work environment with changing priorities Communicate effectively in both verbal and written communications Work within SolidWorks or similar design software Travel extensively and for extended periods of time Licenses Or Certifications US state issued driver’s license preferred OSHA 10 certification preferred EEO SDI Management LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabilities and protected veteran status #J-18808-Ljbffr