Branded Products Design Engineer

Description

Position at Lincoln Industries

Job Title: Branded Products Design Engineer

Job Code:

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the design of parts for the Branded Products team. This includes but is not limited to 3D CAD modeling, 2D print creation, prototyping and design release. This position works closely with Operations and Sourcing to design products ideal for manufacturing within our facility and our supply base. The Design Engineer will also assist the Branded Products Account Manager in development and maintenance of processes and procedures related to product development. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, hands-on engineer that can work with minimal supervision while delivering results against a timeline.

WAGE TYPE: Salaried Exempt

FLSA Exemption: Administrative Exemption

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Identify design requirements for a given product application
• Work with others to determine internal and supplier manufacturing capabilities
• Quantify design risk for assessment by others.
• Design parts for manufacturing with 3D modeling software.
• Create 2D prints with emphasis on manufacturability.
• Maintain project design records until release on company Document Management System.
• Build and foster positive working relationships internally and externally
• Management of multiple project tasks and priorities concurrently
• Any other tasks as required fulfilling Lincoln Industries' Beliefs and Drivers.
• Could potentially come in contact with hazardous chemicals.

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:

• Reports to: Account Manager, Branded Products

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience or Engineer-In-Training Certification may be substituted for the expected levels of education and general engineering experience required.

Education and/or Experience:

Expected: Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3-5 years of related experience in a design role.

Preferred: Above requirements plus 5+ years of experience designing products for sheet metal and/or tube fabrication.

Talent Themes:

Individual Talent Themes will be identified during the Selection Process.

Profile used:

Preferred Talents:

Communication Skills:

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Team player with an Open Mindset
• Superior verbal and written communication

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work at a desk in an office environment. >90% of the time
• Must be able to lift and handle heavy parts. (50 pounds) < 10% of the time

Other Skills:

• Intermediate proficiency with 3D modeling software; Experience with Solidworks 2017+ is preferred.
• Experience with joint design using fasteners and welds.
• Experience with sheet metal and tube manufacturing processes preferred.
• Experience with Finite Elements Analysis and product testing preferred.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing is a plus.
• Experience with 3D scanning or CMM measurement is a plus.
• APQP, FMEA, and PPAP experience are a plus.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Comprehensive training in Solidworks is required unless individual has sufficient experience.

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing training required unless individual has sufficient experience.

Other training requirements as defined in the Learning Management System based on the role

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