Mechanical Designer

Valco Companies; New Holland (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Job summary

VAL-CO Industries in New Holland, PA is seeking a Full Time Mechanical Designer to deliver innovative mechanical designs and drawings that clearly communicate project concepts.

You will develop and maintain technical expertise for assigned products, ensure compliance with Engineering procedures for design and document control, and support testing, modifications, and manuals while collaborating with vendors.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in Design or Drafting, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical design or drafting.
• Solid understanding of mechanical design principles.
• Familiarity with proper drafting procedures.
• Knowledge of document control principles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative mechanical designs and drawings communicating project concepts.
• Develop and maintain technical expertise for assigned products.
• Ensure compliance with engineering procedures for design, document control, and drawing accuracy.
• Support equipment testing, modifications, and preparation of product manuals.
• Collaborate with vendors to foster cross-functional collaboration.
• Maintain accurate records of project work, calculations, and time investments.
• Communicate effectively with managers, stakeholders, and customers.

Skills

Mechanical design principles

Drafting procedures

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Two-year technical degree in Design or Drafting

Equivalent experience

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Join VAL-CO Industries in New Holland, PA, as a Full Time Mechanical Designer and immerse yourself in an innovative environment where your creative ideas will help shape the future of agriculture. Collaborating closely with our dedicated team, you will contribute to cutting-edge projects that have a real impact on the industry. Being onsite allows for seamless communication and teamwork, fostering a fun and dynamic work atmosphere that thrives on collaboration. At Valco, we value integrity and respect, ensuring that every team member feels valued and heard.

This is your opportunity to apply your skills in a meaningful way while working alongside driven individuals who share a passion for excellence. You will be provided great benefits such as:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off

If you are ready to make a difference in a forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you.

A little about us

At VAL-CO we work together as a global leader in providing innovative, value-focused products and services to the poultry, livestock and horticultural industries. We believe in all that we do by valuing people, integrity, quality, profitability, and stewardship. VAL-CO recognizes the importance and value of our employees and their families, and our customers and vendors. Each of their contributions are an integral part of the company's overall success.

Your day as a Mechanical Designer

As a Full Time Mechanical Designer at VAL-CO Industries in New Holland, PA, you will be pivotal in delivering innovative mechanical designs and drawings that effectively communicate project concepts. Your role encompasses developing and maintaining a high level of technical expertise for assigned products, ensuring compliance with established Engineering procedures for design, document control, and drawing accuracy. You will support various engineering projects by assisting with equipment testing, modifications, and preparation of product manuals, while also engaging with vendors to foster collaboration. Your proficiency in design software will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate records of project work, calculations, and time investments.

Effective communication with managers, stakeholders, and customers will be essential to meet business objectives while adhering to Valco's core values of integrity, respect, and creativity. Your contributions will ensure that all endeavors align with our commitment to excellence in the agriculture industry.

Are you a good fit for this Mechanical Designer job?

To excel as a Full Time Mechanical Designer at VAL-CO Industries, candidates must possess a solid foundation in mechanical design principles, underpinned by a two-year technical degree in Design or Drafting, or equivalent experience. A minimum of 2 years in mechanical design or drafting is essential, showcasing a comprehensive grasp of proper drafting procedures and document control principles. Proficiency in design software is crucial, as you will be responsible for creating accurate designs and drawings that reflect innovative concepts. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail will enable you to maintain precise records of project work and calculations. Additionally, effective communication skills are necessary to collaborate with managers, stakeholders, and vendors seamlessly.

Your ability to adapt and contribute to engineering project tasks, including testing and modifications, will be integral to driving success in this role within our dynamic, customer-focused environment.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Requirements:
• Two-year technical degree in Design or Drafting or equivalent experience and knowledge.
• 2+ years’ experience in mechanical design or drafting.
• Possess understanding of mechanical design principles.
• Possess understanding of proper drafting procedures.
• Possess understanding of document control principles.