Design Engineer

POSITION:

Design Engineer

STATUS:

Full Time

REPORTS TO:

Engineering Manager

DIRECT REPORTS:

None

LOCATION:

Winslow, Maine

DATE:

February 2024

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Design Engineer is responsible for the mechanical design structure of new trailers, improvements to existing designs, and customization of existing base model designs. A key focus within the engineering design is accomplishing correct and efficient manufacturability. The position interacts with sales, the quoting process, and quality and production personnel. Engineers products to ensure adherence to established product specifications and build standards and end users finished good desire.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Creates engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards to meet project requirements. Updates standards as needed.
• Generates 3D SolidWorks weldments, Bills of Material, other design renditions, etc.
• Draws details to include all views and dimensions necessary for manufacturing—solid understanding of engineering design techniques and familiarity with engineering terminology and mechanical logic.
• Use SolidWorks CAD programs to support production by preparing custom and standard layouts, detailed drawings, and diagrams.
• Familiar with various metal weldments, field concepts, manufacturing practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan, solve problems and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks.
• The position represents a blend of functional applications, including Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Designing, and Design for Manufacturability.
• A high degree of design creativity, latitude, and motivation is expected.
• Contributes to R&D for new product development, functionality, and quality improvement upgrades.
• Heavy interaction with inside sales and the quoting process.
• Heavy interaction with manufacturing projection management supporting a timely resolution of manufacturing problems.
• Performs other engineering duties as assigned.

DESIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering related studies
• 0 years experience in the field of Design Engineering preferred.
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD Software, preferably 1-5 years.
• Basic understanding of ERP systems and BOM systems.
• Experience using a snowmobile, ATV, open and enclosed utility, or livestock trailers desired.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Communication Proficiency – works well with others to obtain accurate data promptly.
• Problem-solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems promptly and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently.
• Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, monitors their work to ensure quality, and applies feedback to improve performance.
• Quantity—meets productivity standards and completes work promptly.
• Adaptability—the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and can deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and security—the individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Winslow, ME: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• SolidWorks: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Alcom USA is proud of its diverse workforce and welcomes employees who speak one or more languages. As a necessity to safely and efficiently perform business operations, employees must be proficient in speaking and understanding English. Alcom will assess the level of fluency required on a job by job basis. Employees must be able to speak and understand English for job related communications and are otherwise welcome to speak their native or other language in the workplace.

EOE