Job title: Mechanical Designer
Company: Powell Industries
Job description: Position SummaryA Mechanical Designer is responsible for creating and designing mechanical systems, products, or components using computer-aided design (CAD) software. They collaborate with engineers and project managers to develop innovative and efficient designs, ensuring functionality, safety, and adherence to industry standards. Mechanical Designers create detailed drawings, perform calculations, and conduct simulations to test and validate designs. They may also assist in prototype development, manufacturing processes, and troubleshooting mechanical issues. Strong technical skills, creativity, attention to detail, and knowledge of engineering principles are essential for success in this role. Posted position does not allow for sponsorship or relocation assistance.SupervisionNONEEssential Responsibilities
- Assist Mechanical and Electrical Engineering efforts in product development process.
- Create basic design drawings with assistance.
- Create documentation to support assembly.
- Gain familiarity with strengths of materials, steel and copper.
- Gain familiarity with industry codes and standards.
- Gain familiarity with electrical design.
- Strive to keep current on the ‘state of the art’ in design specialty through periodicals, trade magazines, and continuing education.
- Learn policies and procedures, work instruction, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations, and vendor products
Minimum Qualifications
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
- Minimum 1 year of design experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Basic drafting/CAD skills, Intermediate Inventor skills, or 3D CAD software required.
Preferred Qualifications*Three to six years of design experience in a manufacturing and/or field application environment*Advanced drafting, CAD skills, Inventor, or 3D CAD software experienceSkills, Abilities, and other Requirements*Critical thinking, teamwork, adaptability, problem solving*Attention to detail, task planning, time managementWorking & Environmental Conditions*Desk work with a computer*Frequent visits to the ship floor, laboratory for meetings, briefs, and visual inspection of hardware.#LI-CABAbout UsIn our 70+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated and assembled to customer specifications!Powered by Innovation – Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our “can do” attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story, and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all of our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/DisabilityIf you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.
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Location: Houston, TX
Job date: Sun, 03 Nov 2024 08:29:15 GMT
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