Designer

AAR; Cadillac (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AAR is seeking a Designer in Cadillac, MI to design complex engineering products and processes. The role emphasizes extensive CAD use, drafting, and documentation in line with ASME standards. You will contribute to design development and collaborate across teams while maintaining technical accuracy.

Responsibilities include creating preliminary drawings, BOMs, and collaborating on budgets and schedules. Independence, attention to detail, and strong communication are essential in this hands-on

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and produce mechanical drawings per ASME Y14.100 and Y14.5 standards.
• Experienced in 2D and 3D CAD; Creo preferred.
• Computer literacy and file management; proficient in MS Office.
• Able to analyze sketches and data to develop drawings and documentation content.
• Independent work style with collaboration in small teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop original designs or adapt existing ones from general instructions.
• Prepare drawings, sketches, and diagrams reflecting concepts for review.
• Create materials lists and participate in budgeting and scheduling.
• May supervise detailers on projects.
• Contribute to initial studies and cost estimates for proposed projects.

Skills

ASME Y14.100

Creo CAD

2D/3D CAD

Microsoft Office

Communication

Project prioritization

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Tools

Creo Software

MS Office

Job description

Title: Designer

Location: United States-Michigan-Cadillac

Job Number: 18921

SUMMARY:

Designs complex engineering products, processes, or equipment, including specifications and assembly and manufacturing sequence, for the company products and/or manufacturing and assembly equipment. Utilizes CAD systems extensively. Regularly uses creative problem solving skills in the accomplishment of alternative design development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs such individual assignments as supervisors and superiors may direct; ensures adequate and continuous controls are exercised over all assigned activities affecting quality; establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Corporation and the community; and maintains the professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.

• Work independently on the development of original designs or adaptations of existing designs after having been given general instructions regarding purpose and parameters.

• May supervise Detailers in the accomplishment of projects or assignments.

• Participate in the conduct of initial studies and cost estimates for proposed projects and suggests changes to facilitate manufacture and assembly.

• Prepare preliminary drawings, sketches or diagrams reflecting basic concepts to obtain confirmation of approach and technique.

• Prepare bill of materials and standards or specifications and participate in the development of budgets, release dates and priority schedules charts.

• All other duties as assigned.

C ORE COMPETENCIES:

• Commitment to company values and ethics.

• Dependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately.

• Motivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy.

• Organization: very detail oriented and always prepared.

• Communication: excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.

• Initiative: plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions, prepares for problems or opportunities in advance, undertakes additional responsibilities.

• Problem Solving: ability to develop and implement new ideas to improve processes.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Able to interpret and produce mechanical drawings, including working knowledge of ASME Y14.100 Engineering Drawing Practices and ASME Y14.5 Dimensioning and Tolerancing standards and practices.

• Experienced in the use of both 2D and 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software (Creo Software preferred).

• Demonstrated computer literacy, including file management techniques, e-mail and use of Microsoft Office software.

• Able to analyze engineering sketches, specifications, and related data to develop drawing and documentation content.

• Able to work independently as well as in collaboration with small teams in design, development and support of products.

• Strong attention to details, highly organized, computer literate.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and visualization/conceptualizing skills.

• Knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, methods, and their application.

• Good communication skills both written and oral.

• Able to manage and prioritize time effectively, while managing multiple projects and tasks.

EDUCATION and or EXPERIENCE:

Associates degree AA or equivalent from two year college or technical school or four years related experience and or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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. Occasionally lifts and carries up to 15 pounds. Works at a PC for hours at a time. Occasionally required to assist production during initial design build as well as troubleshooting design issues. May be required to travel to customers’ sites.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Works within the Engineering office setting as well as the manufacturing facility and is occasionally exposed to heat, cold, wet, and fumes/chemicals.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.