Mechanical Designer Job at Talent Strategy in Grand Rapids

Pay - $55-65/hr

Job Description:

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience as a mechanical designer. A positive can-do attitude and being a valued team player are a must to be successful in this role. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able to communicate ideas effectively either verbally, written, or through technical forms such as sketching, CAD modeling, drawings, etc.

CAD will be a primary focus in this role, but you will also be exposed to the following:

     Ideation

     Bill-of-material structuring

     Designing?concepts?and ideas: surfacing, sheet Metal, solid modeling, drafting

     Document control

     Analysis

     Prototyping

Skills and Abilities

     Problem Solving/Decision Making: Ability to use a variety of methods and techniques in solving technical issues

     Conceptualize ideas 2-dimensionally and 3-dimensionally

     Must have a basic understanding of sheet metal and plastic design along with rapid prototyping methods such as 3D printing.

     Experience working in Product Data Management (PDM) systems such as Windchill.

     Systems, Procedures & Standards: Ability to apply appropriate standards and protocol that govern the Steelcase design/engineering process

     Computer Skills: Ability to create CAD models and drawings to document the engineering/mechanical aspects of a design.

     Interpersonal: Ability to work with peers and management in a multi-disciplined team environment. Must be a team player with good collaboration skills.

     Administrative: Ability to work on multiple assignments and effectively manage time and priorities

     Communication: Ability to communicate technical information with all audiences

Education/Experience

     A minimum of an Associate Degree in Mechanical Design or equivalent is required

     A minimum of 5 years of mechanical design experience

The position requires the ability to work on-site in Grand Rapids.

Required Skills:

     PTC CREO & Windchill

     Can work and function in a team-based environment

     Technical communicator

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