Design Engineer

Design Engineer - 5 Yr PTC CREO Required EOE Statement Horstman Inc. is committed to providing employees and employment candidates the right to equal employment opportunities and a harassment-free work environment. Our company policies, procedures and practices are in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity statutes, rules, and regulations. All applicants considered for employment are based solely on their capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, disability, veteran status, marital status, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all policies and procedures including recruitment and hiring, promotions, transfers, and terminations, in addition to compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. Horstman establishes a culture in which our Executive leaders, key management and employees share the responsibility for adopting a work environment where all employees are treated equally, with dignity and respect. Horstman’s executive team is responsible for leading and supporting a culture of equal opportunity. Our success is reliant on the ability to draw, retain, and develop the most diversified, qualified and brightest talent. About the Organization Horstman is an established participant on major defense programs, both domestically and internationally, and is recognized for competitive, best-value program delivery, design engineering, subcontract management, and risk management on urgent and complex programs. The origins of Horstman have a long legacy of engineering and manufacturing. Horstman is a 100+ year-old company with the distinction of pioneering work in the automotive industry in the 1920's and 30's, designing and manufacturing a number of innovative engineering solutions. Horstman is most known for the development of alternative suspension systems, which today is the largest part of Horstman business. The name "Horstman suspension" also refers to suspensions built by the Horstman company (now Horstman Defence Systems Ltd or its subsidiaries), whether of the bogie type, torsion beam design, hydrogas, hydropneumatic or other. Horstman, Inc., is part of a century-old company. With such a storied establishment comes its own culture and practices. Additionally, Horstman, Inc is building its own culture and practices as a supplier to North American customers and is a part of the US defense market. Horstman seeks the best candidates to ensure the success of its goals and objectives. The company defines the requirements of each position with a job description and agreement by the company leadership that the new position is warranted. Position information is posted in various locations both internally and externally as deemed necessary. Each potential candidate is reviewed either directly or screened through a third party to ensure acceptability. The company will schedule interviews as appropriate to the position to confirm the skills and knowledge of the prospective candidate and follow ups are made for offers of employment or other communications as determined necessary by the company. Category Engineering Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: We are seeking a talented Design Engineer to join our MilAIR thermal products division. The Thermal Design Engineer position is a Non-supervisory role assisting in the development of HVAC systems using PTC CREO. Position will require working closely with the Thermal Engineer and Sr. Thermal Design Engineer. PRIMARY FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Generate Part Models, Assemblies using PTC CREO Create and maintain detailed manufacturing drawings using PTC CREO Develop and maintain bills of materials and data lists Select appropriate materials/components based off service requirements Enter Bills of Materials into ERP system Perform drawing revisions with release under ERP ECN system Work closely with customer, including occasionally presenting to the customer Work closely with Senior Engineering staff to develop new designs Work with assembly, manufacturing, and quality assurance departments to resolve issues QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent work experience 5 years minimum experience in Product Design using PTC Creo software Proficiency in Creo Sheet Metal Experience in weldment design and American Welding Society (AWS) symbology Experience in manufacturing and fabrication methods Excellent computer skills including but not limited to all MS Office products Must be energetic, highly motivated, self-starting individual, with a strong capability for self-learning and driven to complete projects. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Familiarity with HVAC or refrigeration systems. WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, although the individual can be exposed to loud noise situations occasionally. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; walk; reach with hands and arms; and talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit; use hands, handle, or feel; climb or balance; and stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS: Occasionally required to wear safety helmets, safety shoes and safety glasses. Position Requirements QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent work experience 5 years minimum experience in Product Design using PTC Creo software Proficiency in Creo Sheet Metal Experience in weldment design and American Welding Society (AWS) symbology Experience in manufacturing and fabrication methods Excellent computer skills including but not limited to all MS Office products Must be energetic, highly motivated, self-starting individual, with a strong capability for self-learning and driven to complete projects. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Familiarity with HVAC or refrigeration systems Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Shift Days Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Hiring Manager(s) Req Number ENG-24-00004 Location Horstman Inc. This position is currently accepting applications. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT: Horstman is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination.