Design Engineer

MD&A; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MD&A seeks a drafting professional to provide 3D SolidWorks models and 2D prints for manufacturing projects. The role emphasizes GD&T, fixturing design, and integration with ERP/SharePoint to manage drawings and BOMs.

You will shadow a seasoned expert for up to a year, with training provided to develop independent responsibilities. Strong collaboration with Design, Development, Quality, and Manufacturing is essential for successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in Industrial/Aerospace Gas Turbine manufacturing facility.
• SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency with GD&T knowledge preferred.
• Experience reading ANSI Y14.5 drawings.
• ISO 9000/QS 9000 familiarity preferred; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Draft component and assembly drawings.
• Develop 3D SolidWorks models from measurements/data.
• Create and maintain 2D drawings in SharePoint.
• Coordinate with Design/Development Engineering and Quality on tolerancing.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

GD&T

Manufacturing drawings

Education

AS Mechanical Drafting or Engineering degree

Tools

SharePoint

ERP System

Job description

Description:

Job Summary:

The primary purpose of the position is to provide 3D Models and 2D Prints of Component and Assembly Drawings to support the Manufacturing Engineering Projects at MD&A. The position requires Solid works and AutoCAD skills as well as a strong knowledge of Fixturing design & GD&T to prepare manufacturing drawings.

Integration & Initial Support:

The successful candidate will be able to shadow our seasoned expert with more than 30 years of experience in this role. The successful candidate should be able to carry out independent functions and responsibilities of this role within a 1-year. Training courses necessary to complete the role will be provided.

Core Functions/Execution:

• Component and Assembly Drafting.
• Develop 3D Solid works Models based on reverse-engineering data and measurements taken.
• Create and maintain the 2D Drawings in SharePoint from the Solid works Models created.
• Collaborate with Design and Development Engineering and Quality to modify and maintain appropriate dimensioning and tolerancing criteria to meet manufacturing and quality inspection needs.
• Generate and maintain part numbers from numbering system when new components, assemblies or fixtures are created.
• Tooling and Fixturing.
• Develop and maintain tooling and fixturing models and drawings as needed with the collaboration of Design/Development Engineering.
• Contribute to the development and resolution of ECR’s.
• Works closely with Manufacturing to resolve technical production issues.
• Supports validation of manufacturing processes being developed.
• Program Management.
• Engineering.
• Develop advanced engineering techniques for new products and repair processes.
• Reviews drawings for accuracy and interfaces with resources to correct and improve products.
• Support development of routings, methods and detailed work instructions for new products.
• Develop/create Bill of Materials and Revision Control in the ERP System.
• Manufacturing Engineering Support.
• Maintain Bill of Materials and Revision Control in the ERP System.
• Responsible to assure products meet all customer functional requirements.
• Works closely with Manufacturing to resolve technical production issues.
• Supports validation of manufacturing processes being developed.
• Create Development First Article Books for product qualification (5%).
• Any Special Projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• AS Mechanical Drafting or Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• 4+ Years’ experience in Industrial / Aerospace Gas Turbine manufacturing facility.
• 4+ years’ experience in Solidworks and AutoCAD programs.
• Experience in GD&T preferred. Candidates with certification in GD&T will be preferred.
• 4+ years’ experience in advanced joining technology including welding and brazing nickel Cobalt, and chrome-based alloys.
• Functional experience in advanced manufacturing development of precision, metal machining and fabrication.
• Functional experience in reading engineering drawings, specifically ANSI Y14.5.
• Seasoned knowledge & background in ISO 9000/ QS 9000 – preferred, but training will be provided to successful candidates to fulfill this requirement.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills both internal/external.
• Works well in cross functional teams and with others in a fast paced & dynamic environment.
• Results orientated - Strong problem solver.