Millwork Cabinet Engineer

Corporate Interiors•New Castle, DE

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About The Position

The Design Engineer II, CIM is responsible for the use of CNC, CAD and other software programs related to the design, implementation and execution of manufacturing product offerings. This position analyzes job orders and requirements to determine optimal tooling and machine processes.

Requirements

BA or BS in engineering – All disciplines.
Computer aided design CAD software — Hexagon Cabinet Vision and AlphaCAM.
Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel.
Basic conceptual, technical, and functional skills.
Familiarity with process improvement and instrumentation.
Effective communication skills, as well as excellent attendance and work principles.
Detail-oriented and capable of working on multiple tasks and deadlines.
Must be dependable with a positive attitude & commitment for success.
Related experience in supply management and inventory control preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilizes CAD and design-based software such as Cabinet Vision and AlphaCAM to design and nest cabinetry, millwork and furniture related assemblies and components. Ability to create a “smart object” in Cabinet Vision.
Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interprets geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T). Determines reference points, machine cutting paths, or hole locations, and compute angular and linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures
Determines the sequence of machine operations, and select the proper cutting tools needed to machine workpieces into the desired shapes.
Revises programs to eliminate errors, and retests programs to check that problems have been resolved.
Observes machines on trial runs or conducts computer simulations to ensure that programs and machinery will function properly and produce items that meet specifications.
Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls;; and adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Determines the feasibility to utilize 3-D Printing technologies and to build a platform for future success and growth.
Works on complex projects of millwork
Serves as a mentor for Design Engineer I
Applies knowledge base of materials, material vendors and alternative construction methods to complete a job within the desired timeframe with desired aesthetic outcome.
Independently work on full projects from start to finish.