BAC Design Engineer, Global

BAC (Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc.); Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 64,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401k matching

Employee stock ownership plan

Job summary

Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc. is seeking a Designer Engineer to participate in the Global Engineering Group and deliver complex designs for new products. You will ensure manufacturability and regulatory compliance while adhering to BAC's design standards.

The role requires developing concepts, leading sub-assemblies, and performing DFMEA, testing and validation. You will work with cross-functional teams and travel to BAC facilities as needed to support prototypes and production readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent is required.
• Root Cause Analysis and product development process knowledge (Agile/scrum/stage-gate/NPI).
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (Autodesk Inventor or equivalent) and Excel.
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematic drawings.
• Sheet metal design experience is preferred.
• DFMA design for manufacturing & assembly knowledge is required.
• Hands-on prototype building and testing experience desired.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Vault or equivalent system.
• HVAC/Refrigeration system knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of product concepts for the assigned NPI program.
• Designs complex sub-assemblies and modules following design intent and standards.
• Assess impact on subsystems, parts and assemblies; define scope, effort, feasibility and cost.
• Owns DFMEA and drives resolutions for each item.
• Test and validate concepts, prototypes and support initial production unit verification.
• Execute and implement issue resolutions in a timely manner.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Utilize agile/scrum project management for iterative development.
• Lead cross-functional discussions to propose and resolve design issues.
• Present project progress to stakeholders and leadership.
• Support product improvements and cost-out, including manufacturing/warranty issues.
• Travel to BAC facilities for prototype or pilot fabrication as needed.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Agile/Scrum

3D Modeling

Electrical Schematics

Sheet Metal Design

Prototype Testing

DFMA

Autodesk Vault

HVAC Knowledge

Education

BS in Engineering or equivalent

CAD certificate

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Excel

Autodesk Vault

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE

The Designer Engineer will participate in the Global Engineering Group and deliver complex design mainly for new products. These designs should meet functional and manufacturability requirements while maintaining accuracy and adherence to the BAC's Global Design Standards and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsible for the design and development of the product concept for the assigned NPI program.
• Designs complex sub-assemblies and product modules with general direction of design intent per BAC's and industry's standards
• Explore the impact that proposed designs will have on all applicable subsystems, parts and assemblies. Develops scope of work, quantifies efforts involved, technical feasibility & cost impact vs the product requirements.
• Owns the DFMEA – driving the process and resolutions to each item
• Responsible for product testing and validation of the concepts, prototypes and support initial production unit performance verification as applicable
• Owns execution & timely implementation of the issue resolutions
• Identify root cause, address and resolve issues and implement corrective actions
• Utilize agile/scrum project management methodologies to organize and manage iterative development of the new products
• Lead collaborative discussions with cross-functional teams to share, develop proposals and resolve product design & performance issues
• Provide regular presentations to stakeholders and leadership regarding project progress
• Supports product improvement and cost-out opportunities including manufacturing/field and warranty issues as applicable.
• Travel periodically to BAC manufacturing facilities to assist with prototype or pilot fabrication and assembly

NATURE & SCOPE

The Design Engineer reports directly to the Engineering Team Lead – NPI. The individual will work directly with the Team leads, Engineers, Designers, Cross-functional members and/or project manager of any projects in which he or she participates.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent with 3-5 years of experience
• Working knowledge of Root Cause Analysis and product development process (Agile/scrum/ stage-gate / NPI)
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (Autodesk Inventor or equivalent) and Excel
• Proficiency in reading understanding and generating electrical schematic dwgs.
• Sheet metal design experience
• Project management Experience - desired
• DFMA design (design for manufacturing & assembly)
• Hands-on prototype building and testing experience
• Highly Variable and modular product design
• Autodesk Vault or equivalent system knowledge
• HVAC / Refrigeration system working knowledge

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/Certification

• BS in Engineering or equivalent
• CAD certificate preferred or min 3 Years (3000 hrs) of hands-on CAD experience

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk up to 50% of the time. Domestic travel up to 10% of the time may be required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

BAC Hiring Compensation Range $63,500-$108,800

• BAC offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k, employee stock ownership plan, and more. Please see additional details on the BAC website atwww.Baltimoreaircoil.com.
• BAC Employees are eligible to participate in an annual bonus incentive program.

EEO & OTHER INFORMATION

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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