Designer II

Summary
The Designer II is responsible for creating and sustaining products and solutions that meet customer and business requirements. This role collaborates cross-functionally with Product Management, Customers, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Planning, and external vendors to support the successful development and lifecycle management of products. The Designer II applies intermediate-level expertise in CAD tools, packaging design, and the development of enclosures and sheet metal components. This position supports both new product development and enhancements to existing products, ensuring designs are functional, manufacturable, and aligned with quality and cost objectives. Through strong technical execution and collaboration, The Designer II contributes to innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence within the organization.

Responsibilities

Create 2D & 3D CAD drawings / Models

Creation of assembly drawings for manufacturing

Thorough understanding of tolerancing and dimensioning

Change Coordination

Quoting / Estimating

Create & Maintain Bills of Materials

Implementing appropriate Packaging

Provides CAD and technical support of existing product designs

Collaborates on new product requests

Identifies and integrates second source/replacement components

Updates / maintains information within ERP and PLM systems

Interfaces directly with Sales Personnel, customers and or Product Managers, to obtain & fulfill product requirements

Works with approved Vendors, Strategic Purchasing, Planning and Production to obtain pricing and lead-time information

Answers questions and provides information to manufacturing as needed

Works with manufacturing team to create new processes/techniques for product manufacturing

Support production with design interpretation and troubleshooting

Collaborate on design reviews and cross-functional projects

Collaborate with engineering, production, and procurement teams

Support manufacturing with design interpretation and troubleshooting

Other duties as assigned by one’s Manager

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology or Technical Degree in related field

Knowledge of GD&T preferred for mechanical engineers

2-5 years of mechanical or electrical design preferred

Can read & understand Electrical schematics

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Ability to work on multiple projects, while occasionally being the prime contributor

Communicate and work effectively with others

3D Solid Modeling experience

2D Drawing experience

Essential Job Functions

Occasional Domestic Travel required

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time

Must be able to communicate effectively in English

Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

Regular and on-time attendance.

This is a hybrid position unless otherwise specified requiring 3 days in the office.

Perks & Benefits
Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, life insurance, short & long-term disability, assistance, and more!

Phoenix Contact is committed to the diversity of our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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