Design Engineer

Mechanical Dynamics & Analysis•Houston, TX

About The Position

The primary purpose of the position is to provide 3D Models and 2D Prints of Component and Assembly Drawings to support the Manufacturing Engineering Projects at MD&A. The position requires Solidworks and AutoCAD skills as well as a strong knowledge of Fixturing design & GD&T to prepare manufacturing drawings. The successful candidate will be able to shadow our seasoned expert with more than 30 years of experience in this role and should be able to carry out independent functions and responsibilities of this role within a 1-year. Training courses necessary to complete the role will be provided.

Requirements

AS Mechanical Drafting or Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
4+ Years’ experience in Industrial / Aerospace Gas Turbine manufacturing facility.
4+ years’ experience in Solidworks and AutoCAD programs.
4+ years’ experience in advanced joining technology including welding and brazing nickel Cobalt, and chrome-based alloys.
Functional experience in advanced manufacturing development of precision, metal machining and fabrication.
Functional experience in reading engineering drawings, specifically ANSI Y14.5.
Strong verbal and written communication skills both internal/external.
Works well in cross functional teams and with others in a fast paced & dynamic environment.
Results orientated - Strong problem solver.

Nice To Haves

Experience in GD&T preferred.
Candidates with certification in GD&T will be preferred.
Seasoned knowledge & background in ISO 9000/ QS 9000 – preferred, but training will be provided to successful candidates to fulfill this requirement.

Responsibilities

Develop 3D Solidworks Models based on reverse-engineering data and measurements taken.
Create and maintain the 2D Drawings in SharePoint from the Solidworks Models created.
Collaborate with Design and Development Engineering and Quality to modify and maintain appropriate dimensioning and tolerancing criteria to meet manufacturing and quality inspection needs.
Generate and maintain part numbers from numbering system when new components, assemblies or fixtures are created.
Develop and maintain tooling and fixturing models and drawings as needed with the collaboration of Design/Development Engineering.
Contribute to the development and resolution of ECR’s.
Works closely with Manufacturing to resolve technical production issues.
Supports validation of manufacturing processes being developed.
Develop advanced engineering techniques for new products and repair processes.
Reviews drawings for accuracy and interfaces with resources to correct and improve products.
Support development of routings, methods and detailed work instructions for new products.
Develop/create Bill of Materials and Revision Control in the ERP System.
Maintain Bill of Materials and Revision Control in the ERP System.
Responsible to assure products meet all customer functional requirements.
Works closely with Manufacturing to resolve technical production issues.
Supports validation of manufacturing processes being developed.
Create Development First Article Books for product qualification (5%).
Any Special Projects as assigned.