Design Engineer

Manufacturing/Design Engineering Position Description : Developmental role in Schunk’s growing Transit Business Sector. Initially working under the guidance of Senior Engineer the Design Engineer will be responsible for developing, modifying, revising drawings and schematics utilizing Solid Works and some Creo. Develop and create work instructions, assembly tooling, methods, processes and source assembly tooling as needed.

Organizing and modifying assembly area to ensure efficient workflow in the assembly operations, implementing Schunk Global Standards.

Responsibilities

Create and revise manufacturing/Product drawings as required using Creo and Solid Works Working under Senior Engineer and assistance from Center of Excellence in Germany develop, revise, modify mechanical drawings and electrical schematics for products ranging from Rail Pantographs, Battery Driven Vehicles charging pantographs, Ground return units, and Third rail current collectors.

Develop and create work instructions for assembly operations and product testing. Assist with assembly process development incorporating Schunk Assembly Standards and Production Excellence. Assist with organizing and modifying assembly area to assure efficient workflow in the assembly operations. Develop and design work cells with necessary tools, fixtures, jigs, methods to support efficient assembly operations of multiple products and subassemblies.

Some customer interaction during development stage assisting with technical reviews and recommendations as related to final product to optimize product performance and overall costs. Develop and modify as needed Product Bill of Materials and Process Routings utilizing SAP General Future Responsibilities Assume ownership of assigned product(s) and become the inhouse subject matter expert for assigned product line(s) Working with Center of Excellence and Senior Engineer modify, create, troubleshoot designs to meet customer’s requirements, internal cost reductions, safety enhancements and product improvements.

Assist sales organization interacting with customer and internal stakeholders on Product offerings Product modifications to meet customer needs/requirements Product Trouble shooting Technical support to Manufacturing on assembly processes and process improvements Lead Projects on external product testing/certification to UL Standards as required.

Qualifications

Proficient in use of Solid works and Creo Proficient in Microsoft Office Products Progressing toward a Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Design degree Understanding and some basic knowledge of manufacturing process and methods Ability to work in both office and factory setting Good communication skills both written and verbal