Mechanical Designer

Bey; Bolingbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced mechanical designer to manage integration issues across multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience with parametric solid modeling, particularly with Autodesk software. Responsibilities include drafting technical drawings, developing creative solutions, and collaborating with stakeholders. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently within a team are essential. Travel up to 50% is required, including extended work periods in various locations.

Qualifications

• 5 years minimum experience with parametric solid modeling programs, preferably Autodesk.
• Understanding of assembly constraints and mates.
• Must be able to read mechanical and electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Integrate processes across subprojects for overall project execution.
• Draft and create shop drawings and use Product Life Management software.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time.

Skills

Parametric solid modeling

Mechanical design technology

Communication skills

Teamwork

Engineering principles

Education

Certificate or associates degree in mechanical design technology

College degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Plant 3D

Autodesk Navisworks

Catia

Solidworks

Job description

Beyond Consulting Solutionsuses a team of highly experienced and certified professionals to provideprogram, project and data management consulting, specialty technical services (i.e. IT consulting, Technical writing, etc.), and Executive placement. Our goal is to give our clients a competitive advantage through improved project practices and expert consultation that drive performance and operational efficiency. Our flexible combination of project management, placement, and other consulting services is tailored to meet the individual needs of our client's organization.

Job Description

Tasks:

• Under limited supervision, have overall responsibility in conjunction with others for the integration issues that cut across various subprojects as well as among different institutions to support the overall project planning and execution. It includes integration of processes across the project in the areas of: o 3D model management across multiple CAD platforms.
• o Development and maintenance of a 2D drawings needed for stakeholders.
• o Configuration Management and Change Control processes.
• o Uses engineering background to develop creative solutions for complex interfaces, installation, tooling designs and overall integration.
• o Integration of ES&H into requirements, design, and construction documents and processes.
• o Integration of risk assessment and mitigation into design and construction.
• Draft and create shop drawings as well as use of Product Life Management software.
• Integrate models from various platforms in STEP formats.
• Work in both metric and imperial units.
• Interact with various stakeholders to understand the needs and requirements of new mechanical systems and convert these to designs.
• Use basic MS Office applications for email, documents, and spreadsheets, and assist in the preparation of reports and presentations.
• Abide by and is responsible for performing all duties as assigned and in accordance with all ESH regulations and practices pertinent to this position.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time for limited periods.
• Willing to spend extended work periods in Lead, South Dakota.
• Visit construction and installation sites including uneven terrain and difficult underground spaces.

Qualifications

Technical Requirements:

• Must have at a minimum: A certificate or associates degree in mechanical design technology or equivalent and
• 5 years’ minimum experience with a parametric solid modeling program: Autodesk products are preferred (in order): Revit, Inventor, Plant 3D, Navisworks.
• Catia.
• Solidworks.
• Alternatively must have at a minimum a college degree in Engineering or related discipline with proven experience with the same parametric solid modeling programs as above.
• Understanding of assembly constraints and mates.
• Experience integrating models from various platforms in STEP formats.
• Must be able to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Experience should be greater than someone that has only done drawing revisions or alterations to existing products in a production environment.
• Must have a good understanding of assembly constraints and mates.

Other Requirements:

• Experience working with project teams in a manufacturing, industrial, or research setting.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work within a team atmosphere and in an international environment.
• Experience working with laboratory and university groups preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to mentally concentrate on a specific task for several hours at a time.
• Respect, understand and value individual differences that embody the principles of diversity.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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