Wagstaff Equipment DesignerWagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day.Pay: $23.40 - $33.00 depending on experienceSchedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pmAs an employee of Wagstaff, you'll enjoy:Paid non-working holidaysMonthly, site-wide BBQsUp to 8% retirement contributionAnnual bonus program1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a dayFamily-friendly, company-wide eventsJob SummaryApply mechanical design knowledge to the design development and production of Wagstaff casting equipment.Primary Job ResponsibilitiesBecome familiar with Wagstaff equipment, associated design criteria, design tools, and business software with respect to a limited number of products/areas of standard complexity. Apply this knowledge to the design of equipment as assignedCreate design documents necessary for equipment production according to documented design procedures and as directed by the responsible Engineer(s)Update and revise mechanical drawings per instructions from design reviews, redlines, NPR tags, etc.Prepare and release design documents to ManufacturingBecome proficient at estimating hours to complete design tasksBecome proficient at meeting goals with respect to planned hours and production scheduleBecome proficient at interfacing with Purchasing, Demand Management, and shop floor personnel as required to effectively design and support the manufacturer of equipment as requiredKeep equipment and work area clean and orderlyAbide by company policiesIn order to achieve business objectives, work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be requiredTrain other team members in support of basic departmental processes and equipment design methodsOther duties as assignedRequirementsAA or AS Degree in Engineering Technological field or equivalent experienceExperience with SolidWorks highly preferredGeneral CharacteristicsAcquires basic knowledge and develops skills in a limited number of specific practice areasApplies prescribed and/or standard techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasksExercises limited judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional workWorks on products of standard complexity or portions of projectsAcquires an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilitiesGeneral Technical ResponsibilitiesDesigns a complete system, component, or process of standard complexityAcquires an understanding of standard business tools and their application to assigned tasksPrepares complete project documents related to a limited number of specific products/areasExercises critical thinking in the design of standard equipmentLeadership ResponsibilitiesCoordinates with other designers and members of other departments as necessaryDirection ReceivedReceives specific direction on assigned tasks, and general review of all aspects of workReceives specific direction with respect to day to day task prioritiesCommunication SkillsEffective oral and written communication skillsWorking EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, work is performed primarily in an adequately lit, well ventilated, climate controlled general office environment. Close computer work is regularly required. The work usually involves minimal physical exertion. The noise level in the general office environment is usually moderate.This job may require occasional or more frequent interaction with employees on the manufacturing shop floor. While on the shop floor, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with shop floor managers/employees may be necessary before entering the shop floor, and use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required on the shop floor. The noise level on the shop floor is often loud.Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire.
Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff.Wagstaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.