3D Scanning Engineer II

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Job Title:

3D Scanning Engineer II

Pay Grade:

T2

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing data processing standards (techniques, strategies, and tools) for 3D data
• Collecting 3D scan data on-site
• Crafting and building fixtures required for individual scanning
• Submitting requests for needed tools/equipment
• Crafting as-built models from scan data (surface mesh/point cloud)
• Performing quality dimensional analysis on scan data
• Preparing and presenting inspection reports to customers
• Occasionally leading meetings/discussions when required
• Training and mentoring backup team members
• Conducting and participating in technical reviews with potential suppliers, design engineers, and the drafting team
• Supervising eWorks requests and logging database entries via Microsoft Access
• Providing status reports with estimated completion dates of requested inspection items
• Providing reports as needed for program status and estimates
• Observing applicable procedures and practices as delineated in Test Operations Manual, PE Procedures, and Standard Procedures

Key Performance Measures:

• Achieves quality standards and requirements.
• Meets or exceeds productivity requirements on-time.
• Adaptable and responsive to business changes and demands.
• Puts safety first and creates a culture of safety.

Competencies and Behaviors:

Self-Motivated: Pro-active self-starter with a desire and ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Drive for Results: Ability to set and meet goals for all tasks and objectives.

Technical and Mechanical Knowledge: Ability to understand engineering drawings, inspection techniques, and 3D printing.

Collaboration: Able to find common ground with others and achieve desired outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Proficient in written and spoken business communication skills

Preferred:

• BS degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in the engineering field in a similar position/group
• Proven experience with using, manipulating, and applying CAD knowledge to communicate results from quality analysis scans
• Sound Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing interpretation and application understanding
• Strong mechanical and organizational problem-solving skills
• 3D Scanning knowledge or experience with surface mesh data and point clouds
• Experience with inspection techniques
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship

Preferred:

• 3D Scanning experience and analyzing 3D datasets
• Experience with Gom/Novacam/Polyworks/Geomagic/Zeiss Inspect Software
• Basic knowledge of automatic transmission operation
• Understanding of machine and manufacturing processes

Scope Factors

Highly proficient professional role – self-starter needing limited supervision.

Frequently interacts with direct team members, cross functional peers, direct and upper management chain. Interacts with external customers and suppliers ~25% of the time or more.

Have influence and mentorship over peers.

Builds knowledge of the organization, processes, and customers.

Forecasts preventative maintenance repairs and associated costs.

Demonstrates good judgement in selecting/developing methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

Work will typically impact direct peers, supervisors, cross functional partners and projects they may lead.

Primary Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Additional Locations:

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