Mechanical Designer

Cretex • Dassel, MN

2d • $35 - $53

About The Position

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com . Position Summary: The successful candidate will be a strong mechanical designer, experienced in designing various automated equipment solutions. Responsible for designing, procurement, and fabrication of mechanical tooling, and as well as systems for custom automation equipment, ensuring stipulated specifications and requirements are met and delivered within budget and time utilizing established procedures & standards.

Requirements

• 2-year Design related degree
• Experience: 3+ years machine & tool design using SolidWorks
• Working knowledge of mechanical parts as well as computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Experienced working knowledge of metal fabrication and assembly techniques and tolerance capabilities (CNC machining, EDM, Grinding, Polishing, water/laser/plasma cutting, heat treatments, surface treatments, welding)
• Strong mechanical / tool / machine building aptitude
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Knowledge with servo, stepper motors and drives, robotic systems and integration of them
• Knowledge with vision systems and integration of vision applications in robotic systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; new designs require interaction with Engineering, Project Management, Assembly Personnel, Vendors and Customers.
• Working knowledge of proper drawing stds and Geometric Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5-2009
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, prioritize and multitask

Nice To Haves

• Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations
• CNC Programming knowledge a plus
• Hands on experience with typical toolroom / machine shop equipment

Responsibilities

• Generates designs and drawings in Solidworks for both tooling and machines
• Conduct design reviews with key stakeholders (engineering / management / operators) as required following design Concept & Final Print release prior to build / purchase
• Oversee procurement, fabrication, and assembly of components of the design
• Estimate design & fabrication costs & lead-times
• Acts as liaison with internal/external assemblers/manufacturers of equipment to ensure all parts are manufactured to design
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
• Participate in required company meetings and in the Operational Excellence Program
• Complete all other work duties as assigned
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Benefits

• Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.
• Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.
• Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week. (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees