U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR compliance)
Proficient in SolidWorks
Strong communication skills in English
Detail-oriented with a focus on customer service
Team player with collaborative skills
Responsibilities
Conceptualize design solutions based on requirements
Create 3-D models and layouts in SolidWorks
Develop detailed piece part drawings from designs
Design tight-tolerance machined and molded components
Conduct tolerance analyses and maintain drafting standards
Lead design reviews and support manufacturing operations
Research problems and propose design solutions
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401k match
Paid Time Off
Health Savings Account
Full Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer
Engineering • Allen, TX Onsite • Full-time
Reports To: Design Engineering Manager
Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000
About the Role
The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for taking ownership of new ideas and developing new products and the processes to realize such products. Develop and prepare designs, piece part and assembly drawings. Work to satisfy customers and provide operational support. This role will be focused on expanding AFSI's cable accessory offerings including standard catalog products, fiber optic transitions, and overmolding. This role will also focus on cable harness design for new/complex applications.
What You'll Do
Conceptualize design solutions to given or stated requirements.
3-D modeling of new designs and layouts in Solidworks.
Modeling interfaces, piece parts and purchased components.
Analyze required information from precedents, manufacturers' catalogs, and technical guides for dimensions, tolerances, and drafting standards and practices.
Customize and create detailed piece part drawings from engineering designs and layouts.
Design of tight-tolerance machined components - mill, lathe, and screw machine parts.
Design of molded parts.
Create assembly and product drawings.
Maintain a working knowledge of geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing.
Perform tolerance analyses.
Research and analyze problems and initiate recommendations and develop possible design solutions for implementation.
Initiate engineering change notices.
Work closely with manufacturing engineering and operations to ensure the sufficiency of drawing's detail (Bills of Material, special notes/instructions, standards) which facilitate manufacturability
Support and lead design reviews
Order, assemble and enable the testing of new products.
Solve design related problems with respect to performance, producibility and product delivery.
Develop suppliers to assure component supply.
Participate in the Material Review Board for non-conforming material.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
3 - 5 years' experience in a related field
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident to satisfy AFSI ITAR requirements
Ability to read (write and speak in English) and interpret assembly drawings from internal and customer specifications.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blue prints.
Proficient in SolidWorks.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Detail oriented.
Strong understanding of best practices in customer service.
