Engineering Technician I - Tooling

Vermeer-Corporation-2; Moonville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer Corporation seeks a tooling designer/technician to design, build, and repair tooling for production using 3D modeling, machining, welding, and assembly. You will study prints, plan layouts, and collaborate with fixture design and engineering teams to resolve issues and improve productivity.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and prefer an associate’s degree in a related field, plus weld and hydraulics training. Occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• What you will do requires designing, building, and repairing tooling for production.
• Experience with 3D modeling, machining, welding, and fixture assembly is essential.
• Knowledge of GD&T, hydraulics, pneumatics, and hydraulic safety is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and build tooling for current and new production needs using 3D modeling, machining, welding, and assembly.
• Study prints to determine tooling and customer needs, plan layouts, and assembly of tooling.
• Communicate with fixture design, equipment programming, welding, and engineering teams.
• Resolve quality and manufacturing issues by interpreting drawings and data.
• Review CMM reports and update fixtures as needed based on data.
• Travel occasionally as required.

Skills

Tooling design

3D modeling

Machining

Welding

Assembly

Problem solving

Read engineering drawings

GD&T knowledge

Communication

Project management

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree in design technology or related field

Vermeer weld training

Basic Hydraulics Safety & Introduction to Hydraulics

Job description

Who We AreVermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.Work Shift1 - First ShiftJob SummaryAre you the type of person who thrives on using your innovative skills to tackle technical challenges for other people? In this role you will design, construct, or repair modular, prototype, and production tooling & fixtures. We’re looking for the initiative to execute on expectations with a commitment to create quality solutions for our production team.What You’ll Do1. Design and build tooling for current and new production needs using 3D modeling, machining, welding, and assembly processes while also repairing tooling damaged in production areas.2. Study prints to determine tooling and customer needs, plan layouts, and assembly of tooling.3. Interact and effectively communicate with personnel responsible for fixture design, manufacturing equipment programming, welding, and product engineering.4. Demonstrate strong problem-solving ability in resolving problems arising during the validation process. Includes investigation and recommendations for productivity enhancements.5. Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or solid models and confer with management or engineering staff to resolve quality and manufacturing issues.6. Review and/or interpret CMM reports and make updates to fixtures if needed based off data.What We’re Looking For- High School diploma required.- Associate’s degree from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program in design technology, computer science, industrial systems technology, or related field is preferred.- Minimum three years of mechanical, agricultural, or technician experience and/or job training; and/or combination of education and experience required.- Successful completion of Vermeer’s weld or machining training.- Successful completion of Basic Hydraulics Safety and Introduction to Hydraulics.- Understanding and experience in installation of pneumatic clamping.- Ability to design and build machining, manual welding, and robotic fixtures.- Ability to design and manage multiple projects with on time delivery.- Basic knowledge of GD&T symbols and application.Travel- Occasional travel is expected of this position.Essential FunctionsStanding: FrequentlySitting: FrequentlyWalking: FrequentlyHand Coordination: At least average/bilateralTwisting: Rarely (up to 1 minute in position)Bending - Trunk: Rarely (up to 1 minute in position)Bending - Neck: Occasionally (up to 25 degree flex & 30 degree extension for up to 2 minutes)Elevated Work/Reach: Rarely (up to 1 minute in position)Squatting/Kneeling: Rarely (up to 1 minute in position)Climbing: RarelyPulling: Rarely (up to 80 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs)Pushing: Rarely (up to 80 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs)RH Grip: Rarely (up to 80 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs)LH Grip: Rarely (up to 80 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs)RH Pinch: Rarely (up to 15 lbs) Occasionally (up to 5 lbs) Frequently (up to 2 lbs)LH Pinch: Rarely (up to 15 lbs) Occasionally (up to 5 lbs) Frequently (up to 2 lbs)Floor to Waist Lift: Rarely (up to 50 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs)Horizontal Lift: (up to 50 lbs) Occasionally (up to 20 lbs) Frequently (up to 10 lbs)Waist to Crown Lift: Rarely (up to 40 lbs) Occasionally (up to 5 lbs)Work LocationONSITE: A team member’s day-to-day work is best done on a Vermeer campus. If work content can be occasionally completed at an offsite location, discuss potential arrangements with your manager.Equal Opportunity EmployerAt Vermeer Corporation, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Team Member Solutions at [phone] or at [e-mail]? We’d love to get to know you.