Director Gas Turbine Design and DraftingPosition SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Design and Drafting Director with expertise in managing bills of material (BOM), CAD team members and work, as well as the associated documentation. The successful candidate will be a key member of the configuration control board, responsible for ensuring accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in all aspects of configuration and definition management. This role involves hands-on experience with CREO, SolidWorks, Windchill, PDM, and direct management of Engineering Change Requests and Notices (ECRNs).
Reports To: VP Engineering
Work Location: 2001 Proenergy Blvd, Sedalia, MO 65301
Position Responsibilities1. BOM Management:
- Oversee the creation, maintenance, and accuracy of bills of material (BOM) and design definition for gas turbines and associated parts.
- Ensure that BOMs align with engineering specifications, manufacturing requirements, and quality standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to update BOMs based on design changes and engineering revisions.
- Collaborate and contribute to the development of automated BOM updates within current or developing systems.
2. CAD Management for Gas Turbine design and manufacturing:
- Lead and coordinate CAD activities related to gas turbines and rotating equipment both part definition and manufacturing support.
- Utilize CREO, SolidWorks, Windchill PDM to create, modify, and manage models and drawings.
- Ensure that CAD designs adhere to industry standards, company guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
3. Configuration Control Board (CCB) Membership:
- Actively participate as a key member of the configuration control board.
- Provide expertise in configuration and CAD matters during board meetings.
- Collaborate with other board members to drive continuous improvement in configuration management processes.
4. Supporting NCRs/ECRNs:
- Critical role in creating, reviewing, managing, and executing NCRs/ECRNs.
- Work closely with engineering teams to assess the impact of proposed changes on BOMs and designs.
- Coordinate with Manufacturing and Supply chain management team to ensure cut in is acceptable.
- Implement approved changes and update documentation accordingly.
5. Collaboration and Communication:
- Foster effective communication and collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and other relevant departments.
- Provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams to resolve configuration-related issues.
6. Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process improvements in configuration and CAD management.
- Implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall productivity.
Required Qualifications- Proven experience in configuration and CAD management.
- Must be fluent in English, with strong speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
- US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
- Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check
Desired Qualifications- Proficiency in CREO, SolidWorks, Windchill and PDM systems.
- Strong understanding of bills of material (BOM) and configuration control processes.
- Experience with Engineering Change Management processes.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
