Senior Solidworks Designer
RPG Brands, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Senior SOLIDWORKS Designer – Research & Development
Company:
Grand Canyon Gas Logs / Summit Luxury Fireplaces
Department:
Research & Development
Location:
Phoenix, Arizona
Position Overview Grand Canyon Gas Logs / Summit Luxury Fireplaces is seeking a
Senior SOLIDWORKS Designer
to join our Research & Development team in Phoenix. This role supports the full product development cycle from concept through prototype and into production. The position is intended for a designer who can contribute as an
R&D problem solver , supporting engineering design, prototype development, testing, and engineering documentation.
The position is primarily
design focused (approximately 75%) , with the remaining portion involving
hands‑on lab work (approximately 25%)
supporting prototype development and testing activities.
Key Responsibilities Mechanical Design Develop and maintain
SOLIDWORKS models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings
for products including gas burners, fireplaces, and accessory kits. Apply
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5
when preparing production drawings. Create and maintain accurate
Manufacturing Bills of Materials (Manufacturing BOMs)
and ensure drawings clearly communicate materials, tolerances, and fabrication requirements for production.
Manage engineering documentation using
SOLIDWORKS PDM , including structured file vault organization, workflow state transitions, revision control, and release approvals. Support engineering change management by creating and processing
Engineering Change Requests (ECRs)
and maintaining documentation that supports manufacturing, testing, and certification requirements.
Assist with
prototype assembly, test setup, and instrumentation , including installation and monitoring of thermocouples used in combustion and temperature testing. Support engineering validation activities through hands‑on lab work and accurate documentation of observations and test results.
Measurement & Inspection Apply strong
measurement techniques
using common inspection tools such as
calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision measurement instruments
to validate prototypes and support design refinement.
Perform
reverse engineering of existing components and assemblies
when models or drawings are not available. This includes measuring physical parts, recreating them in SOLIDWORKS, generating manufacturing drawings, and identifying improvements to manufacturability, materials, or assembly methods.
Work closely with suppliers on
custom and COTS components , ensuring parts meet design intent and manufacturing requirements. Support the
transition of designs into production , coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure accurate documentation and manufacturability.
Qualifications
Minimum
5 years of professional SOLIDWORKS design experience
Strong proficiency with
SOLIDWORKS and SOLIDWORKS PDM
Experience working within
structured PDM vault environments , including workflow states, revision control, and engineering change documentation
Experience managing
Manufacturing Bills of Materials (Manufacturing BOMs)
Experience supporting
Engineering Change Requests (ECR/ECO)
and controlled engineering releases
Strong understanding of
mechanical design and manufacturing documentation
Experience applying
GD&T per ASME Y14.5
in manufacturing drawings
Experience in
HVAC or appliance product design
is beneficial but not required
Technical Competency Expectations Candidates should demonstrate strong working knowledge of advanced SOLIDWORKS capabilities including:
Assembly management
Configurations and design tables
Sheet metal and weldments
Manufacturing drawing creation and detailing
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Company:
Grand Canyon Gas Logs / Summit Luxury Fireplaces
Department:
Research & Development
Location:
Phoenix, Arizona
Position Overview Grand Canyon Gas Logs / Summit Luxury Fireplaces is seeking a
Senior SOLIDWORKS Designer
to join our Research & Development team in Phoenix. This role supports the full product development cycle from concept through prototype and into production. The position is intended for a designer who can contribute as an
R&D problem solver , supporting engineering design, prototype development, testing, and engineering documentation.
The position is primarily
design focused (approximately 75%) , with the remaining portion involving
hands‑on lab work (approximately 25%)
supporting prototype development and testing activities.
Key Responsibilities Mechanical Design Develop and maintain
SOLIDWORKS models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings
for products including gas burners, fireplaces, and accessory kits. Apply
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5
when preparing production drawings. Create and maintain accurate
Manufacturing Bills of Materials (Manufacturing BOMs)
and ensure drawings clearly communicate materials, tolerances, and fabrication requirements for production.
Manage engineering documentation using
SOLIDWORKS PDM , including structured file vault organization, workflow state transitions, revision control, and release approvals. Support engineering change management by creating and processing
Engineering Change Requests (ECRs)
and maintaining documentation that supports manufacturing, testing, and certification requirements.
Assist with
prototype assembly, test setup, and instrumentation , including installation and monitoring of thermocouples used in combustion and temperature testing. Support engineering validation activities through hands‑on lab work and accurate documentation of observations and test results.
Measurement & Inspection Apply strong
measurement techniques
using common inspection tools such as
calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision measurement instruments
to validate prototypes and support design refinement.
Perform
reverse engineering of existing components and assemblies
when models or drawings are not available. This includes measuring physical parts, recreating them in SOLIDWORKS, generating manufacturing drawings, and identifying improvements to manufacturability, materials, or assembly methods.
Work closely with suppliers on
custom and COTS components , ensuring parts meet design intent and manufacturing requirements. Support the
transition of designs into production , coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure accurate documentation and manufacturability.
Qualifications
Minimum
5 years of professional SOLIDWORKS design experience
Strong proficiency with
SOLIDWORKS and SOLIDWORKS PDM
Experience working within
structured PDM vault environments , including workflow states, revision control, and engineering change documentation
Experience managing
Manufacturing Bills of Materials (Manufacturing BOMs)
Experience supporting
Engineering Change Requests (ECR/ECO)
and controlled engineering releases
Strong understanding of
mechanical design and manufacturing documentation
Experience applying
GD&T per ASME Y14.5
in manufacturing drawings
Experience in
HVAC or appliance product design
is beneficial but not required
Technical Competency Expectations Candidates should demonstrate strong working knowledge of advanced SOLIDWORKS capabilities including:
Assembly management
Configurations and design tables
Sheet metal and weldments
Manufacturing drawing creation and detailing
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