Mechanical Design Technician

Gordon Aluminum; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordon Aluminum is seeking a Mechanical Designer in Wisconsin to create manufacturable extrusion profiles and fixture designs. You will generate detailed drawings, build 3D models, and support BOM setup and ECNs while assisting estimating and coordinating with die vendors, customers, and internal teams.

The role emphasizes quality, cost reduction, and adherence to safety and company policies. A two-year degree or equivalent experience is expected, with CAD proficiency and strong collaboration

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent; 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training.
• Proficient in CAD and 3D modeling.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of BOM setup and ECN processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and controls using CAD.
• Produce 3D models using CAD software.
• Modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems.
• Coordinate with other workers to design, lay out, or detail components and systems and resolve design issues.
• Review schematics with customer representatives to discuss installation of systems.
• Perform tasks in compliance with Federal, State, and local standards and safety policies.

Skills

CAD

3D CAD modeling

BOM setup

ECN handling

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Description

Under the direction of the Department Manager, the Mechanical Designer ensures the production of company products at the highest quality and at the lowest possible cost, meeting company policies and procedures. The Mechanical Designer will act in a manner that is consistent with Gordon Aluminum’s Customer 1st Philosophy.

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.

The general purpose of the Mechanical Designer is to design extrusion profiles for manufacturability and fixture or work holding for CNC machines. In addition, Mechanical Designers will also be involved in BOM setup, ECN's or other design requests while providing support to estimating. They will interface with die vendors, customers and internal departments to complete the work assigned.

• Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and controls, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment.
• Produce three-dimensional models, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems.
• Coordinate with and consult other workers to design, lay out, or detail components and systems and to resolve de- sign or other problems.
• Confer with customer representatives to review schematics and answer questions pertaining to installation of systems.

In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities listed above, all positions are also responsible for:

• Performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Federal, State, and local standards and regulations.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding safety and standards of workplace behavior, in completing job duties and assignments

Requirements

Qualifications

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

Education and/or Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands

Wear required safety equipment when on the shop floor. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb and balance.

The employee will occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), and Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), and working near moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Hearing protection required.

Employee is expected to wear the required personal protective equipment when on the production floor.

Notice

All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship. The Company retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.

Gordon Aluminum Industries, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.