Mechanical Designer

ControlTouch Systems; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in baggage handling technology seeks a Mechanical Designer in Louisville, KY. This role involves designing, developing, and collaborating on advanced baggage handling systems, with an emphasis on quality, efficiency, and compliance with specifications. Ideal candidates will have a solid engineering background with CAD experience and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in conveyance or system-level engineering.
• Knowledge of conveyor systems, specifically baggage handling, is a plus.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Design custom baggage handling systems using CAD software.
• Create detailed installation drawings for customer approval.
• Collaborate with other engineers to complete projects.

Skills

Detail oriented

Critical thinker

Problem-solver

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CAD Software

Microsoft Office

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Description

JOB TITLE: Mechanical Designer

REPORTS TO:Manager, Mechanical Engineering

JOB STATUS: Full Time

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Mechanical Designer will play a critical role in the design, and development of baggage handling systems and components. You will collaborate successfully with mostly engineering stakeholders including project engineers, principal engineers, and other engineering designers and design engineers to complete baggage handling projects successfully. You will focus on safe, high-quality output, on schedule and on budget.

Our Mechanical Designer would be responsible in part for modeling the systems (or portions of the systems), based on customer specifications and as-sold information. You would understand the system and provide input when a more efficient design would be better suited. You will help create comprehensive, detailed installation and component level drawing packages per customer specifications and field installation team requirements.

Essential Functions

• Design custom baggage handling systems using CAD software (2D AutoCAD, 3D Inventor).
• Develop component level equipment, assembly, weldment, and part level models and detailed drawings for fabrication.
• Collaborate in a team setting with other engineers, and occasionally with other business units, customers, or vendors.
• Identify potential issues and provide efficient solutions.
• Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs), Manifests, and other engineering documentation.
• Create detailed field installation drawings containing detail for customer approval and field installation ease.
• Ensure all designs comply with specifications and standards.
• Participate in design review meetings with the project team.
  
  

Work Environment

• Office primarily, with occasional field visits.
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• High productivity in office.
• Sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Repetitive typing/data entry.
• Lifting up to 20 pounds.
  
  

Work Schedule

This position works in office. General office hours are M-F, 7a-4p or 8a-5p. Working hours may vary to meet project requirements.

Requirements

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and understand customer specifications, engineering drawings, Bills of Material, and equipment Manifests.
• Detail oriented, organized, and quality driven.
• Ability to multi-task and change focus rapidly.
• Critical thinker and problem-solver.
• Self-starting instincts and motivation to work independently.
• Capable of handling stress in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
  
  

Education, Experience And Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, or equivalent in years of experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in conveyance, construction, or other system-level engineering functions.
• Knowledge of conveyor systems, specifically baggage handling, is a plus.
• Proficiency in CAD Software (AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar).
• Experienced use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance as needed.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Specialty Trade Contractors

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