Designer II

REV Group; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spartan Emergency Response, part of Terex Corporation, seeks an engineering designer to assist in design, development, and implementation of technical products. You will prepare designs or drawings, use CAD/CAE to develop structural designs, and produce detailed engineering drawings.

You will support junior designers, apply engineering principles to components and assemblies, and help translate customer requirements into robust manufacturing packages.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing industry and vocational standards.
• Proficient in CAD/CAE software.
• Experience with problem solving techniques and root cause analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist with designing and developing/moderate complexity products and components.
• Use CAD/CAE tools to develop structural designs and generate drawings.
• Verify designs with calculations and analyses.
• Understand manufacturing processes, especially metal fabrication and assemblies.
• Apply DFM to deliver robust engineering packages for manufacturing.
• Support meeting customer requirements and shop orders.

Skills

CAD/CAE

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Assc. Degree in Engineering/Engineering Tech

2-4 years related experience

Tools

CAD software

CAE software

Job description

Additional Locations:
Spartan Emergency Response (Spartan ER) is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of custom emergency response vehicles, cabs, and chassis. Driven by a commitment to quality and innovation, Spartan and its portfolio of brands Spartan Fire Apparatus and Chassis, Smeal Fire Apparatus, and Ladder Tower (LT) offer a broad range of apparatus to meet specific requirements and demands of the fire service industry. Spartan has a rich history in fire apparatus manufacturing with over 250 years of combined experience.

Spartan Emergency Response is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

Job Summary:

Assists in design, development, and implementation of technical products and systems. Prepares creative designs or related drawings or details; uses designs to develop specifications or estimates of materials needed for a project. May perform drafting duties requiring the use of CAD equipment or systems. Provides guidance to more junior designers or to drafters. Applies engineering or architectural principles to the design of buildings/structures and their components or assemblies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Assist with designing and developing a variety of moderate complexity products and/or components; assist with creating and reviewing material part specifications and bills of materials
• Use CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) software to develop the structural design of various products, model new designs, and produce detailed engineering drawings
• Verify designs through use of calculations and other analytical techniques and tools
• Understand manufacturing processes with emphasis on metal fabrication and assemblies
• Apply DFM methodologies to deliver robust engineering packages emphasizing productivity in the manufacturing process
• Fulfill customer requirements (i.e., shop orders) considering design rules and all applicable interface points
• Define test requirements and interpret test results to validate designs
• Identify problems, root causes and be able to define & execute resolutions
• Understand and use lean principles as they apply to manufacturing and business processes
• Execute engineering changes through established processes and documentation
• Commit to excellence and high standards

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of manufacturing industry and vocational standards
• CAD and CAE software experience
• Experience with problem solving techniques (5 why & root cause analysis)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work directly with hourly production employees and leadership concerning manufacturing initiatives and progress updates
• Strong work ethic, highly motivated, organized, and self-disciplined
• Versatile, flexible, and willing to work with changing priorities
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute concurrent assignments in a high-pressure environment
• Strong and consistent attention to detail
• Creative and innovative team player
• Ability to use sound judgment and make timely decisions
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
• Solid PC skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and layout and other written or verbal instructions
• Capable of effectively presenting information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees in the organization

Education and/or Experience:

• Associate's Degree of Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent education required
• Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience

Work Environment/Conditions:

• General office environment with work on the plant floor as required

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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