Therma-Tron-X, Inc.
Report To
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Vice President of Engineering
Mission Statement:
To be a family that demonstrates extraordinary passion, hard work, and integrity with steadfast loyalty and support for those we serve: our employees, our communities, and our customers.
Position Summary:
The primary focus of the Lead Designer is to monitor and direct the flow of a job through the design and engineering phases of Therma-Tron-X, Inc. equipment. The Lead Designer takes direction from the VP of Engineering and reports progress to the Project Engineer.
General Responsibilities:
Review sales drawings and new concepts
Design systems
Support and direct R & D projects
Delegate the detailing to the CAD Detailers
Follow progress and check drawings on work completed by Detailers
Monitor and report on requisitions and the status of materials for a job, particularly items that require long lead times
Create completion dates and deadlines for each phase and drawing of job
Insure coordination between final drawings and actual equipment prior to shipping
Evaluate a job upon completion for its strengths and weaknesses and make recommendations
Specific Day to Day Responsibilities: Report the status of jobs by phase each wee:
Provide a list of jobs and phases to the Vice President of Engineering before the Production Meeting, including release dates or proposed release dates for each phase.
Designate the progress of each phase by percent (100% = released to the shop)
Provide a status report on parts and materials with long lead times. Include requisition dates.
Comment of any other significant issues including: Major design changes; Drawings on hold due to pending decisions by PE’s, customers, etc.; Delays in the release of drawings; Jobs taking priority this week; Pending, unresolved problems
Report the status of jobs by phase each week
Communications and follow-up
Communications and follow-up
Delegate workflow to the Detailers
Ensure that drawings are complete and accurate before release to the shop. Check with the PE if necessary.
Update Detailers on design changes, standards, etc. that come from Management OR the shop
Ensure coordination of responsibilities with TTX Environmental to provide overlap of system layout and design
Address questions/suggestions/problems from key shop personnel that pertain to specific drawings. Communicate corrections and changes to Detailers.
Improvement and problem resolution
Brainstorming session, use “multiple brains” to solve problems and develop ideas
Identify areas for improvement
Miscommunication between departments
Recurring design problems, common errors
Missing, incorrect or double ordered parts
Inaccurate or incomplete drawings
Development
Review the entire engineering process and make written recommendations for improvements in designs and processes
Distribute copies of recommendations to key personnel
Communicate approved changes to Detailers and follow-up on future drawings
Requirements
3 – 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Proficient in AutoCAD
Possess an assertive, self-driving attitude
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Vice President of Engineering
Mission Statement:
To be a family that demonstrates extraordinary passion, hard work, and integrity with steadfast loyalty and support for those we serve: our employees, our communities, and our customers.
Position Summary:
The primary focus of the Lead Designer is to monitor and direct the flow of a job through the design and engineering phases of Therma-Tron-X, Inc. equipment. The Lead Designer takes direction from the VP of Engineering and reports progress to the Project Engineer.
General Responsibilities:
Review sales drawings and new concepts
Design systems
Support and direct R & D projects
Delegate the detailing to the CAD Detailers
Follow progress and check drawings on work completed by Detailers
Monitor and report on requisitions and the status of materials for a job, particularly items that require long lead times
Create completion dates and deadlines for each phase and drawing of job
Insure coordination between final drawings and actual equipment prior to shipping
Evaluate a job upon completion for its strengths and weaknesses and make recommendations
Specific Day to Day Responsibilities: Report the status of jobs by phase each wee:
Provide a list of jobs and phases to the Vice President of Engineering before the Production Meeting, including release dates or proposed release dates for each phase.
Designate the progress of each phase by percent (100% = released to the shop)
Provide a status report on parts and materials with long lead times. Include requisition dates.
Comment of any other significant issues including: Major design changes; Drawings on hold due to pending decisions by PE’s, customers, etc.; Delays in the release of drawings; Jobs taking priority this week; Pending, unresolved problems
Report the status of jobs by phase each week
Communications and follow-up
Communications and follow-up
Delegate workflow to the Detailers
Ensure that drawings are complete and accurate before release to the shop. Check with the PE if necessary.
Update Detailers on design changes, standards, etc. that come from Management OR the shop
Ensure coordination of responsibilities with TTX Environmental to provide overlap of system layout and design
Address questions/suggestions/problems from key shop personnel that pertain to specific drawings. Communicate corrections and changes to Detailers.
Improvement and problem resolution
Brainstorming session, use “multiple brains” to solve problems and develop ideas
Identify areas for improvement
Miscommunication between departments
Recurring design problems, common errors
Missing, incorrect or double ordered parts
Inaccurate or incomplete drawings
Development
Review the entire engineering process and make written recommendations for improvements in designs and processes
Distribute copies of recommendations to key personnel
Communicate approved changes to Detailers and follow-up on future drawings
Requirements
3 – 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Proficient in AutoCAD
Possess an assertive, self-driving attitude
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