ASSISTANT ENGINEER, Product Development

YKK AP America Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

YKK AP America Inc. is seeking an engineering support specialist in Atlanta, Georgia. This position focuses on product development, utilizing AutoCAD for drafting, and analyzing product specifications. Candidates should possess an associate's degree or a bachelor's degree in engineering and demonstrate strong communication skills.

The role entails creating and maintaining designs, conducting product tests, and collaborating with manufacturing. Safety and quality consciousness are essential, with less than 25% travel required.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience or a bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Ability to maintain collaborative relationships.
• Proficient in technical software applications.

Responsibilities

• Create 2D/3D drawings using AutoCAD.
• Update and maintain technical drawings regularly.
• Assist in the analysis of product specifications.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Basic engineering principles

Safety awareness

Quality orientation

Education

Associate's degree in Architectural Engineering Technology/Architectural Design

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide engineering support for all aspects of the product development process with specific focus on drafting and laboratory product testing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Utilize AutoCAD software to create 2D/3D window/door drawings on the computer.
• Maintain and update drawings on a regular basis.
• Prepare final drawings that incorporate dimensional checking, required materials, parts relationship, and visualization of the entire project.
• Assist in the analysis of research data and proposed product specifications to determine feasibility of product proposals.
• Research and analyze competitor products based on Design Engineer specifications.
• Work closely with Engineering and Manufacturing to support the Design Engineer in the implementation of Product Development themes.
• Coordinate and participate in installing test specimens for testing.
• Monitor controls instruments and record test data for engineer's use.
• Activate controls to apply electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical power and subject test item to successive steps in the test cycle.
• Examine parts for form/fit/function conformance with dimensional specifications.
• Fabricate precision parts for test specimens or interpret specifications for the fabrication of parts.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree from an accredited two‑year college or technical school in Architectural Engineering Technology/Architectural Design plus two years of related experience, or bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college.
• Communication skills with an ability to develop collaborative relationships.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Applies basic engineering principles to troubleshoot technical issues and assist in developing practical solutions.
• Be vigilant about safety.
• Quality‑conscious, oriented to excellence.

Physical Demands

The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds and is expected to use proper lifting techniques. The role requires frequent sitting and may occasionally require standing, walking, handling objects, reaching, climbing or balancing, and speaking or hearing. Close vision is required.

Travel Requirements

Travel required for this position is less than 25%.

Legal Notice

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the job and the responsibilities to be performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed. YKK AP America Inc. reserves the right to add or remove duties or otherwise modify this job description at any time in its sole discretion. Employment with YKK AP America Inc. is at-will. The essential functions of this position are set forth in the above job description and may be subject to reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law. To qualify for this position, an employee or applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. YKK AP America Inc. prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. YKK AP America Inc. participates in the E-Verify program as required by law.