DESIGN ENGINEER II

Job Description

Job Description

Who is Jtec Locally owned and operated with large customer base across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Jtec is vertically integrated - our team does it all! From marketing and selling our product, on to R&D and production engineering teams. Raw materials coming in are machined, welded, painted, assembled, and shipped out to our customers. All with help and assistance along the way from administration and support roles: safety, inventory, quality, production support, maintenance, human resources, and more. We work to help each other improve, grow, and advance together.What is JtecJtec is at the forefront of new technology and growth, creating innovative solutions for an evolving material handling industry. In 2010, Jtec's flagship product was born: the CarryMore Tugger Cart System. This impressive Mother/Daughter cart tandem design would make its own reputation by reducing costs for users and improving delivery times to the lines and safety in the workplace. It continues today, in a continually evolving design, as the company's best-selling design. In 2016, Jtec's newest product line was introduced: CarryMatic Autonomous Materials Movement System, which is an electric powered system that allows for hands-free transport of materials working with AGV's and AMR's. Jtec Industries has a robust product catalog with four lines, and we are known for our expertise in cart solutions. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Jtec Industries is a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimize their material handling processes.Employee Engagement Focused - Employees are more than a number to JtecQuarterly employee engagement activities - usually involving favored foods such as our BBQ catered famous holiday luncheon, hamburger cookouts, Tremont Turkey Festival meal, and more.One-on-one discussions 2-3 times per year to gain insight on areas the company and employees can grow together.Teambuilding and friendly competition with bags/cornhole matches, giant jenga, etc..Rotating "Teamwork Task Force" Employee Engagement Committee to help generate ideas for company events and choose our Jtec Masters' Employee of the Month. And did we mention we like food?! Periodic Wellness Wednesday snacks and monthly Snack Days! Competitive Pay and BenefitsStarting from $67,568 - $84,460 dependent upon experienceRegular benchmarking our positions and benefits to remain competitive.401K Match: 100% company match of employee contributions up to 3% deferral, 50% company match of employee contributions between 3% and 5% deferral.Company provided life insurance for employees and dependents.Additional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness and accident insurances offered.Affordable health/dental/vision insurance. High-deductible health plan with the option of HSA (Health Savings Account) with company match program. Health and/or dependent care FSA (Flexible Spending Account).Comprehensive Wellness Program (company paid annual biometric screening, health challenges, webinars, and more). Start accruing paid time off from day one.Eight paid holidays annually: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas day, and an additional Floating Holiday placed annually by management.Summary/ObjectiveThe Design Engineer II designs and develops engineered solutions for our customers' material movement requirements.Duties and responsibilitiesAnalyzes customers' requirements and develops cost effective design solutions.Collaborates with the sales team to develop conceptual design prints and renderings.Reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements and related specifications.Utilizes Creo software to produce 3D models and prints.Utilizes advanced analytical tools to develop and validate designs.Processes and publishes shop prints, design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.Provides production support to the operations department.Creates screenshots or renderings as requested by Sales, Marketing, Engineering or Operations for initial customer approval and feedback.Hands-on operations & sales support including, but not limited to: tool design, manufacturing/fabrication sequencing, shop floor product review and manufacturing concerns & investigations.Designs for manufacturability while understanding our machine and material capabilities and utilizes that knowledge to design for cost effective manufacturing processes.Provides guidance and technical assistance to design staff.Supplier Collaboration: ability to search for suppliers, discuss design projects and understand pricing structures of new product development.Reinforces Jtec Core Values within the departmentCompletes other jobs or duties as directed by the Engineering Supervisor.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceHigh School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)Bachelor 's degree in engineering or related field orAssociate's degree in engineering or related field with 5+yrs experience3D Design ExperienceTechnologyPTC Creo Parametric / ProEngineerWindows PC proficiencyMicrosoft office suite experiencePhysical requirementsMust be able to move about the assigned areaJob involves working from a seated position for long periods (8-10 hrs)Must be able to position self to inspect products and equipment at ground levelMust be able to move products or equipment weighing up to 10 lbsMust occasionally be able to work in safety sensitive role, fit for duty and free of any adverse effects of drugs or alcohol, including prescribed or over the counter drugs or other substances which may alter job performance during working times (e.g., drowsiness, impaired reflexes or reaction time, lack of concentration, etc.). Equal Opportunity Employer Jtec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, genetic information, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, or any other protected category.