Design Technician

Mattr•El Dorado, AR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

AmerCable is an ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturer of jacketed electrical power, control and instrumentation cables. The company’s core markets, mining, oil and gas, and industrial, require complex cable designs that can operate reliably over long periods of time in harsh operating environments. As a customer-focused company, AmerCable’s top priority is to help its customers be more productive and profitable with high-quality cable products and services, fast reliable delivery, field engineering support and outstanding customer service. All cable products are made in El Dorado, Arkansas or Katy, Texas. Summary As a Design Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate product design data, costing, and system integrity across the facility. This role directly supports production, planning, sales, and engineering by managing product designs, maintaining ERP system accuracy, and driving efficient execution of manufacturing processes. Your work will enable timely quoting, seamless order processing, and reliable product data that supports both existing and new product development.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Less than 1 year of experience required; 3–5 years preferred
Strong mathematical and computer skills
Ability to read, interpret, and apply cable industry specifications
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

college certificate (2-year program) preferred
Experience in wire and cable manufacturing
Basic knowledge of AutoCAD
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Maintain and manage product design data, including entering new designs and updating existing designs, costs, and drawings
Enter and revise Bills of Materials (BOMs), routers, and item master templates within the Oracle ERP system
Support ERP system functionality across the facility and ensure system updates are accurate and up to date
Provide design, costing, drawings, and manufacturing orders (MTOs) to support Customer Service, Sales, and Engineering teams
Coordinate with Planning, Production, Sales, and Accounting to ensure accurate product costing, quoting, and design information
Facilitate and monitor the new order manufacturing process (MTO)
Collaborate with Planning and Process Engineering to establish alternate resources and routing as required