Designer II

Milwaukee Tool • Menomonee Falls, WI

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About The Position

Designer II Company Engineering Overview: Come be DISRUPTIVE with us! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to create innovative new solutions on our engineering team. All our teams touch every step of the process, that is why our Engineering teams are some of the key contributors to our continuous innovations. The fast-paced, agile environment continuously delivers disruptive technologies by providing every team with the resources needed to excel and working directly with End Users to understand how to deliver heavy duty products with high performance. We create Best in Class products by leveraging advanced analysis tools, extensive testing regimes, state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and cross-functional agility. To learn more about the Milwaukee story and our company click HERE. Dept Engineering Overview: Create test solutions for Tomorrow’s Tools. At Milwaukee Tool, Disruptive Innovation is not exclusive to the products introduced to the market; Disruptive Innovation is extended to all facets of the company including engineering support roles. As an automation team, we develop innovative automated test systems to support new product tests across North America. We work cross-functionally with new product development engineers and the test lab to define test system requirements. We make empowered decisions to rapidly take your test system design from concept to reality. Additionally, we support troubleshooting and design revisions to continuously improve existing systems. We are looking for a mechanical designer passionate about automation, team collaboration, and product testing. An ideal designer is continuously developing their mechanical aptitude including knowledge of engineering materials, mechanism design and an understanding fabrication processes. You’ll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities: Develop innovative automated test systems to support New Product Development. Define test system requirements in collaboration with New Product Development, Test Lab, and Reliability Engineers Create and upkeep CAD models and drawings of system assemblies, components, and systems Able to apply GD&T to new parts and families Assist in mechanism design with limited engineering guidance Specify material, surface finish, heat treatment, and coatings based on application, stresses, wear, and tolerances Hands-on ability to build, assemble, and troubleshoot the mechanical systems and mechanisms, including diagnosing root causes, implementing corrective actions, and validating performance through iterative testing. Create system documentation including BOM (bill of materials) and operational instructions Work with vendors for procurement of BOM material, costing, and schedule Analyze project risks – included but not limited to: Cost, Schedule, Procurement, Design, and Safety Prioritize and manage multiple projects - Adhere to timelines and excel in a fast-paced high-energy environment Collaborate with other engineers in technical solutions and implementation across domestic and global test labs Maintain technical competency and remain current in technology What TOOLS you’ll bring with you: Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Design/Drafting or Mechanical Design of Technology Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role Experience in mechanical design utilizing CAD - SolidWorks or NX Strong analytical and reasoning skills with an ability to visualize processes and outcomes Hands on experience with building, integrating, and debugging industrial systems Experience with incorporating hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components Experience with FEA preferred Mechanical aptitude in the following areas: engineering materials, mechanical properties and an understanding of the manufacturing processes associated with these materials Growth mindset that drives personal development High interest in tools of the construction trades Willing to travel internationally (less than 10%) Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer. Milwaukee Tool, founded in 1924, is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to the professional construction trades that increase productivity and safety. Milwaukee® is known for their world-leading M12™, M18™, and MX FUEL™ cordless systems, the ground-breaking performance of their cordless innovations, safety solutions, battery-powered outdoor power equipment, jobsite lighting and clean-up, time-saving accessories, and innovative hand tool and PACKOUT™ Modular Storage Products. The company is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade-specific solutions. Milwaukee Tool is a Brookfield, Wisconsin-based subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (TTI) (HKEx stock code: 669, ADR symbol: TTNDY). For more information on the full line of Milwaukee® products, please call 1-800-SAWDUST or visit Milwaukee Tool. Join Our Talent Community! Stay connected with us! 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Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Design/Drafting or Mechanical Design of Technology
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Experience in mechanical design utilizing CAD - SolidWorks or NX
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills with an ability to visualize processes and outcomes
• Hands on experience with building, integrating, and debugging industrial systems
• Experience with incorporating hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components
• Mechanical aptitude in the following areas: engineering materials, mechanical properties and an understanding of the manufacturing processes associated with these materials
• Growth mindset that drives personal development
• High interest in tools of the construction trades
• Willing to travel internationally (less than 10%)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with FEA preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative automated test systems to support New Product Development.
• Define test system requirements in collaboration with New Product Development, Test Lab, and Reliability Engineers
• Create and upkeep CAD models and drawings of system assemblies, components, and systems
• Able to apply GD&T to new parts and families
• Assist in mechanism design with limited engineering guidance
• Specify material, surface finish, heat treatment, and coatings based on application, stresses, wear, and tolerances
• Hands-on ability to build, assemble, and troubleshoot the mechanical systems and mechanisms, including diagnosing root causes, implementing corrective actions, and validating performance through iterative testing.
• Create system documentation including BOM (bill of materials) and operational instructions
• Work with vendors for procurement of BOM material, costing, and schedule
• Analyze project risks – included but not limited to: Cost, Schedule, Procurement, Design, and Safety
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects - Adhere to timelines and excel in a fast-paced high-energy environment
• Collaborate with other engineers in technical solutions and implementation across domestic and global test labs
• Maintain technical competency and remain current in technology

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree