Layout Designer - Electrical

About the position

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. The Layout Designer will configure reliable, functional, and cost-effective heavy-duty truck electrical systems. This role involves generating custom bills of material and the associated wiring documentation required for the manufacturing process. The designer will partner with order management, manufacturing, and suppliers to design new custom options that are compatible with existing product structure and support manufacturing throughout the build process.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth flow of operations within the engineering department by optimizing engineering design(s) for manufacturing process efficiency and effectiveness.
• Configure functional, reliable, and cost-effective electrical systems that meet all applicable NFPA and FMVSS standards.
• Prepare and maintain electrical system Bills of Material (BOM) based on recognized industry and corporate standards.
• Assume responsibility for the accuracy of new option design integration and complete electrical configuration of firefighting apparatus.
• Support manufacturing with direction and electrical documentation during the entire build process.
• Work closely with order management to create, interpret, and integrate new electrical options in customer orders.
• Consult and coordinate with suppliers to ensure quality electrical system design.
• Prepare engineering drawings, layouts, and schematics that conform to drafting standards and department policies.
• Utilize ERP systems to create part numbers following the proper naming process and data entry requirements.
• Maintain a working knowledge of JDE, PULSE, Domino, and Microsoft Office Software.
• Prepare engineering change notices (ECN).
• Self-check own work to ensure accuracy and that of others.
• Work independently with minimal direction.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Electrical Design or equivalent with two (2) years of experience in drafting/design.
• Experience with E3 Electrical Schematic Software.
• Experience with CATIA V5 / Smarteam application.
• Experience with Drafting system.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing principles such as value streams, 5S, 7 general types of waste, and project planning.
• 3 or more years of related experience OR related internship experience.
• Experience with DC and AC circuit design.
• Experience with Relay Logic.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Detail oriented.
• Capable of using standard Windows Office tools including SharePoint, email, and CAD tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Benefits

• Eligibility on Day 1 for medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance.
• Up to $10,000 each year for tuition reimbursement to allow you to further your education in a degreed program.
• 401k plan with company match, $.50 for every dollar up to 6%.
• Competitive paid-time off plans.
• Company bonus plan, free life, short and long-term disability plans.
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company contribution up to $1K per year.