Associate or Mid- Level Equipment & Tool Designer (Innovation Cell)

Boeing; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,700 - 86,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm in North Charleston is seeking an Associate or Mid-Level Equipment & Tool Designer to join their Innovation Cells team. The role involves ensuring safety, collaborating with technical teams, and enhancing production efficiency through innovative tooling solutions. Candidates should have strong communication skills and relevant experience. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Associate: advanced education (e.g., Associate) plus 1 year of experience.
• Mid-Level: advanced education (e.g., Bachelor) plus 3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of teammates in Innovation Cells.
• Investigate and develop equipment concepts to enhance production.
• Collaborate with other members to streamline processes.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Tools

3D printers

CNC machines

Job description

Overview

Associate or Mid-Level Equipment & Tool Designer (Innovation Cell) – North Charleston, SC. Boeing Commercial Airplanes is seeking two Designers to join our Innovation Cells team. The positions available are Team Member and Team Lead. The Innovation Cell leverages technologies to enhance collaboration and inclusion within the engineering and production teams, developing rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing, and other solutions for the engineering and production system.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of teammates in Innovation Cells.
• Apply the Boeing Problem Solving Method to identify and implement engineering and production improvements.
• Investigate and develop equipment and tooling concepts to enhance production.
• Participate in design reviews, gather requirements, and create or revise drawings and models for builds.
• Encourage teammates to share ideas and production challenges.
• Build relationships with relevant functional and technical support teams.
• Collaborate with other Innovation Cell members to streamline processes and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining assets, including industrial 3D printers, CNC machines, and other equipment.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of experience working with cross-functional or cross-organizational teams to develop and implement plans, schedules, or solutions.
• Associate: Education/experience typically through advanced education (e.g., Associate) and typically 1 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., Bachelor, 3 years' related work experience).
• Mid-Level: Education/experience typically through advanced education (e.g., Bachelor) and typically 3 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., Bachelor + 1 year, 5 years' related work experience).

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience working in a production environment.
• Ability to collaborate with both the engineering and factory floor teammates.
• Boeing Problem Solving Method experience.
• Project management knowledge.
• Strong communication skills.
• Successfully completed a previous Innovation Cell Rotation.

Other Details

• Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
• Pay Range Summary: Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities within Boeing's Total Rewards package. Eligible employees may enroll in health, retirement, and other benefit programs. Exact programs vary by location and eligibility.
• Associate Level Salary: 52,700 - 71,300; Mid-Level Salary: 63,750 - 86,250.
• Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 12, 2025.
• Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. A “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required.
• Education: Bachelor\'s Degree or Equivalent Required.
• Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
• Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
• Shift: This position is for 1st shift.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.