Design Engineer

Hartzell Air Movement; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartzell Fan, Inc. in Dayton, OH is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop detailed 3D models and drawings using SolidWorks, and collaborate with customers to ensure designs meet requirements.

The role involves creating BOMs in ERP, prototyping support, and ensuring designs are manufacturable and cost-efficient, while maintaining accurate design records and providing cross-functional technical support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2-3 years of product design and development experience for manufacturing.
• Proficient in 2D and 3D CAD; SolidWorks and AutoCAD experience preferred.
• 2-3 years of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience.
• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and materials.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D models and drawings for mechanical components using SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with customers to ensure designs meet requirements and specs.
• Prepare technical sales drawings for customer approval before manufacturing.
• Review and check designs/drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Create BOMs using ERP system.
• Assist in development and testing of prototypes to validate design.
• Maintain accurate records of design iterations and revisions.
• Consult with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility and standards.
• Provide technical support to production and quality teams during manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot design-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Optimize designs for production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives with innovative solutions.

Skills

3D CAD

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

FEA

Sheet metal design

Product development

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Materials science

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ERP system

Job description

• Develop detailed 3D models and engineering drawings for mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with customers to ensure designs meet customer requirements and specifications.
• Prepare technical sales drawings for customer approval before manufacturing.
• Review and check all designs and drawings for accuracy and manufacturability before manufacturing.
• Create bill of materials using ERP system.
• Assist in the development and testing of prototypes to validate design performance and functionality
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all design iterations and revisions.
• Consult with engineering and mfg. teams, ensuring designs are feasible and meet engineering standards.
• Provide technical expertise and support to production and quality teams during the manufacturing process.
• Assist in troubleshooting design-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Optimize designs for production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by proposing and implementing innovative design solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design, Drafting, or related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in product design and development for manufacturing, including sheet metal and machined parts.
• Proficient in 2D and 3D CAD software. Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks is a plus.
• 2-3 years of experience using Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and material science.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.