Mechanical Designer I

American Equipment•Salt Lake City, UT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

American Equipment Systems is a leading provider of overhead crane solutions in the United States. We are committed to taking care of our customers and our people by offering competitive wages, attractive benefits, and abundant training. As a fast-growing company, new opportunities for career development are regularly available. The Mechanical Designer-I is an entry-level engineering design position responsible for supporting the design and fabrication of overhead crane systems and related equipment. This role utilizes company-developed 3D automated design models, engineering standards, configuration tools, and established design practices to create customer submittal drawings and complete fabrication drawing sets. Working under the guidance of experienced professionals, the Designer-I will develop proficiency in overhead crane design, mechanical and structural detailing, fabrication processes, drawing standards, and product configuration. This position focuses on the accurate application of established designs and standards, rather than independent engineering analysis or developing new solutions. The Mechanical Design-I role has a career path through three levels of design.

Requirements

SolidWorks 3D mechanical design and experience with PDM and part creation preferred.
Understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and fabrication processes
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Effective communication and teamwork abilities
Legacy AutoCAD utilization
In depth understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Understanding of basic engineering principles
Proficient in Microsoft Office software

Nice To Haves

Familiar with industry codes of CMAA, ANSI/ASME, OSHA, preferred.
SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) preferred.

Responsibilities

Learn to read and understand customer specifications and industry requirements.
Prepare customer submittal drawings.
Prepare fabrication drawing packages.
Incorporate redlines from Fabrication into equipment models for As-Builts.
Use Automated 3D design models and adapt Models for project drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and project management to ensure design meets customer needs and the Company’s design requirements.
Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure designs meet applicable industry standards and safety regulations.
Able to execute Kit and Simple 3D design work.
Create detailed Bills of Material from modeling for the ERP system.
Learn, utilize, and implement continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, TOC, 6s, APICS, & 80/20
Scan, file, and save all documents pertaining to the job
Keep accurate time for each job
Any other responsibilities assigned by 3D Design Lead