Designer

Jim Myers and Sons, Inc.•Charlotte, NC

13d•$65,000 - $78,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Designer position at Jim Myers & Sons, Inc. (JMS) is a vital member of the Bio-HANDLING Team and is a diverse high-paced position with primary responsibilities including project timing and quality, designing mechanical equipment with high attention to detail, adhering to project schedules and specifications, assisting Project Managers with submittal packages, creating detailed fabrication level drawing packages, communicating with internal customers, working effectively with project team members on multiple projects, assisting with technical interfaces, working with shop fabrication, machining and assembly, possessing strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and participating on Product Teams to improve JMS products. Some travel to plant sites is required for field measurements, installation support, and troubleshooting. The role requires adherence to all JMS, Inc. policies and procedures.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years (6,000+ hours) of experience in 3D modeling with SolidWorks (preferred)
Expert level 3D designer and/or Certified SolidWorks Professional preferred
High level of knowledge/experience with applying drafting standards to fabrication level drawings
3 years of experience with the design of mechanical equipment, weldments and assemblies
2 years of experience with 2D design and detailing with AutoCAD a plus
Strong background in the design of mechanical equipment 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 & bearings
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook
Proficiency with completing design calculations
Desire to learn and to continue developing knowledge and skills
Must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of fabrication processes such as bending, punching, welding, machining, etc.
Experience with the municipal water and wastewater industry
Experience with material handling systems (conveyors and bulk storage)
Experience with electrical power, instrumentation and controls

Responsibilities

Responsibility for project timing and quality including project deliverables
Design mechanical equipment with high attention to detail
Adhere to project schedule and specifications to meet the projects time objectives and milestones
Assist Project Managers in preparation of submittal packages
Create detailed fabrication level drawing packages
Proper communication with internal customers in sales, engineering, manufacturing and customer service
Ability to work effectively & efficiently with project team members on multiple projects simultaneously
Assist in interface on technical issues with manufacturing, sourcing, and field installation
Work with shop fabrication, machining and assembly of the equipment
Strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as logical thought process
Some travel to plant sites required for field measurements, installation support and troubleshooting
Participate on Product Teams to help improve JMS products
Follow all JMS, Inc. policies and procedures