Designer 3

KYOCERA International, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 44,827 - 68,976; Full time

Job summary

KYOCERA International, Inc. in San Diego seeks a Designer 3 for creating complex engineering drawings and plans. The ideal candidate should have 4+ years of experience and advanced CAD skills. This role involves collaborating on designs and ensuring quality compliance.

Additionally, the Designer will mentor junior team members and ensure project timelines are met. A high school diploma is required, with preference for technical or trade schooling. Salary ranges from $32.54 to $50.07 per hour depending on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience as mechanical drafter/designer.
• Advanced knowledge of CAD software and engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Create complex plans and drawings with minimal supervision.
• Ensure accurate completion of drawings and project schedules.
• Guide and train lower-level designers.

Skills

Mechanical drafting

CAD software proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Technical or trade schooling

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Drafting techniques

Job description

Job Overview

Designer 3 (TPH4203) – San Diego Facility

Salary: $32.54 – $50.07 per hour.

Exempt: No | Safety Sensitive: No

General Description of Position

Under minimal supervision, creates complex plans and drawings for engineering and manufacturing use in satisfying customer requests for product. Interfaces with customers on a limited basis. Has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma minimum. Technical or trade schooling preferred.
• 4+ years of experience as mechanical drafter/designer or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Electronic or telecommunications industry preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of drafting techniques, CAD software, design rules, procedures and documentation systems.
• Ability to apply advanced knowledge of practical, mechanical and fabrication problems.
• Able to interact with customers on a limited basis.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Prepares working plan and a variety of complex drawings under minimal direction from supervisor or manager. Creates, monitors and updates working plan to meet both external and internal schedules.
2. Uses databases and/or software programs, such as package layer software (CAD/CAM), to post and update transactions, design complex packages, data conversion, prepare artwork and otherwise support design functions.
3. Makes complex engineering computations and adjustments in drawings. Verifies completed work, checks dimensions, and maintains accuracy of drawings.
4. Takes on some responsibilities of Design Engineers and Managers to meet schedules and quality requirements.
5. Demonstrates creativity in meeting design rules to accomplish a given design.
6. Takes on a significant role in owning the execution of a design including design review and follow‑up for any specific project.
7. Responsible for ensuring conformance to company quality system, working with an engineer, manager, or technical staff supervisor. Must be well versed with design rules, procedures, documentation systems, and related processes within the company.
8. Responsible for providing guidance and training to lower‑level designers.
9. Coordinates with other internal departments affected by design development.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Physical Activities

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, sit; occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Environmental Conditions

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Information

The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.