Product Design Engineer I - Transmission

Southern States LLC; Hampton (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern States LLC in Georgia is seeking a Product Design Engineer I to learn and apply drafting and production processes under supervision. You will perform standard computations, 3D CAD design, and create models and drawings for existing and new products.

This entry-level role emphasizes learning ANSI standards, VIP processes, and gaining hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment with mentorship from experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 0-2 years of work experience or internship preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/SolidWorks required.
• Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude as evidenced by projects.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects assigned or directed by more experienced Engineers.
• Design, draft and model using AutoCAD and Solidworks for existing and new products.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, Specifications and Bill of Materials.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and field installation.
• Develop engineering skills based on engineering procedure 230.50 Engineering Training.
• Create samples of working models for demonstration.
• Improve usability of new and existing products.
• Revises processes, documents and drawings through VIP Systems.
• Begin to perform tests in the engineering lab under supervision, learn ANSI Standards and how they relate to testing

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Mechanical aptitude

3D CAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

FEA software

Job description

Job Summary:

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• Work on projects assigned or directed by more experienced Engineers
• Design, draft and model using AutoCAD and Solidworks for existing and new products
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, Specifications and Bill of Materials
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and field installation
• Develop engineering skills based on engineering procedure 230.50 Engineering Training
• Create samples of working models for demonstration
• Improve usability of new and existing products
• Revises processes, documents and drawings through Value Improvement (VIP) Systems.
• Begin to perform tests in the engineering lab under supervision, learn ANSI Standards and how they relate to testing

The Product Design Engineer I is an entry level engineering position. In this role the engineer will learn and apply SSL Drafting and Production processes while working under the supervision of an experienced engineer. The work will include standard computations, analysis, and 3D CAD design work.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Work on projects assigned or directed by more experienced Engineers
• Design, draft and model using AutoCAD and Solidworks for existing and new products
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, Specifications and Bill of Materials
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and field installation
• Develop engineering skills based on engineering procedure 230.50 Engineering Training
• Create samples of working models for demonstration
• Improve usability of new and existing products
• Revises processes, documents and drawings through Value Improvement (VIP) Systems.
• Begin to perform tests in the engineering lab under supervision, learn ANSI Standards and how they relate to testing

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience: 0-2 years of related work experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD/SolidWorks
• Stronghands-on mechanical aptitude

Preferred Qualifications:

• High Voltage Switch experience
• Southern States Co-Op or Intern experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in FEA computer analysis