Designer (Mechanical Engineering)

Jim Myers and Sons, Inc.•Charlotte, NC

8d•$65,000 - $78,000

About The Position

The Designer is a member of JMS’s Bio-HANDLING Team and is responsible for designing mechanical equipment and delivering projects on schedule and to required quality standards. The role includes preparing fabrication-level drawings, supporting project managers with submittal packages, and coordinating with sales, engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, customer service, and field installation teams. The Designer works with shop fabrication, machining, and assembly, contributes to product improvement teams, and may travel to plant sites for measurements, installation support, and troubleshooting.

Requirements

At least 3 years (6,000+ hours) of experience in 3D modeling with SolidWorks; SolidWorks is listed as preferred.
High-level knowledge and experience applying drafting standards to fabrication-level drawings.
3 years of experience designing mechanical equipment, weldments, and assemblies.
Strong background in mechanical equipment design with high attention to detail.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to negotiate positive outcomes.
Experience with power transmission equipment, including motors, gearboxes, chain drives, shafts, and bearings.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Proficiency completing design calculations.
Desire to learn and continue developing knowledge and skills.
Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant engineering field, or an equivalent combination of experience.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Nice To Haves

Expert-level 3D designer and/or Certified SolidWorks Professional.
2 years of experience with 2D design and detailing using AutoCAD.
Knowledge of fabrication processes such as bending, punching, welding, and machining.
Experience in the municipal water and wastewater industry.
Experience with material handling systems, including conveyors and bulk storage.
Experience with electrical power, instrumentation, and controls.

Responsibilities

Manage project timing, quality, and deliverables.
Design mechanical equipment with a high level of attention to detail.
Adhere to project schedules and specifications to meet time objectives and milestones.
Assist Project Managers in preparing submittal packages.
Create detailed fabrication-level drawing packages.
Communicate with internal customers in sales, engineering, manufacturing, and customer service.
Work effectively and efficiently with project team members across multiple projects simultaneously.
Assist with technical issues involving manufacturing, sourcing, and field installation.
Work with shop fabrication, machining, and equipment assembly.
Use analytical and problem-solving skills and a logical thought process.
Travel to plant sites as needed for field measurements, installation support, and troubleshooting.
Participate on Product Teams to help improve JMS products.
Follow all JMS, Inc. policies and procedures.