Design Engineer

Andritz AG; Muncy (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 Paid Days Off

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Andritz AG is seeking a Design Engineer to support the design and development of refiner plates. This role emphasizes creating and maintaining engineering designs based on customer requirements, while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Located in Muncy, PA, the position involves transforming design concepts into detailed drawings and requires collaboration with various departments. A comprehensive benefits package is included.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or trade school credential required.
• Knowledge of CNC programming and design principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Convert 2D designs into accurate 3D models using Cimatron.
• Create and revise engineering drawings and prototypes.
• Coordinate design requirements with cross-functional teams.

Skills

CNC programming

Cimatron

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Associate degree in Drafting or Engineering

Job description

Job title: Design Engineer

Job family: Engineering

Business area: Pulp & Paper Service

Contract location: Muncy, PA, US, 17756

Working location: Muncy

Location type: Office Location / Office-based

Contract type: Permanent

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

Position Summary

ANDRITZ is seeking a Design Engineer to support the design and development of refiner plates used in refining systems and mills. This role is responsible for creating and maintaining engineering designs based on customer performance requirements while ensuring form, fit, function, manufacturability, and compliance with company quality and safety standards.

Working closely with Product Management, Sales, Manufacturing, Engineering, CNC Operations, and customers, the Design Engineer will transform design concepts and performance requirements into detailed drawings, 3D models, and production-ready documentation. The position also offers opportunities for occasional customer interactions and off-site training.

Key Responsibilities

• Convert existing 2D refiner plate designs into accurate 3D models using Cimatron.
• Create and revise engineering drawings, specifications, prototypes, supporting documentation, pattern database records, and bills of materials.
• Prepare sales support materials, including inch-cut data and photo sheets.
• Coordinate design requirements with Manufacturing, Sales, Engineering, Product Management, CNC Operations, and customers.
• Maintain organized pattern and rigging files by family and pattern.
• Support pattern fabrication schedules and priorities.
• Review drawings created by other drafters using product-specific quality control checklists.
• Apply continuous improvement principles and best practices to design and drafting processes.
• Ensure all work complies with established quality, safety, and customer requirements.
• Participate in off-site training and occasional customer visits as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate degree or trade school credential in Drafting, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Knowledge of CNC programming, Cimatron, AutoCAD, and pattern-making principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Strong analytical, logical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment.
• Commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.

Preferred

• Five (5) or more years of machine design or drafting experience.

What Success Looks Like

Successful candidates will:

• Produce accurate, complete, and timely designs that meet customer, manufacturing, quality, and safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively across departments and follow through on commitments.
• Maintain organized and reliable engineering documentation and records.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, and a customer-focused mindset.
• Contribute ideas that improve design quality, efficiency, and overall business performance.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position is primarily office-based but includes periodic exposure to manufacturing environments. Employees may encounter varying temperatures, noise, dust, fumes, welding operations, industrial magnets, and radio-controlled equipment.

The role requires the ability to:

• Sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, push, and pull.
• Climb stairs as needed.
• Routinely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain sufficient vision, hearing, coordination, mobility, and manual dexterity to perform essential job functions.
• Work extended hours when business needs require.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why ANDRITZ?

At ANDRITZ, we recognize the value our employees bring to the organization and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth.

• 27 Paid Days Off Annually
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Service Awards
• Summer Family Events and Employee Appreciation Activities
• Safe, Collaborative, and Team-oriented Work Environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.