The Design Engineer is responsible for Production Engineering of products sold. This position is the technical lead for jobs assigned to them and supports jobs assigned to others as required.
Technical lead activities include:
- Review & application of project specifications; summarize for application into design & fabrication drawings
- Serve as primary technical contact with clients; includes problem resolution and securing necessary customer document approvals
- Coordinate with other departments or functions to establish information needed to complete all technical activities (Manufacturing, Purchasing, Welding Engineer, Project Manager)
- Perform and/or check design calculations
- Create pre-BOM to order long lead material
- Coordinate with drafting personnel to complete fabrication drawings
- Review of fabrication drawings for the job; create or modify fabrication drawings when required
- Answer questions & provide support to Purchasing & Manufacturing
- File management and organization of electronic records associated with assigned jobs
- Perform design calculations
- Check fabrication drawings
- Create or modify fabrication drawings
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, skills and abilities
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related technical field from an accredited university, or Associates degree + 2 years industry related experience, or 5 years directly related industry experience showing progression to competency of essential job functions
- Familiarity of ASME VIII Div. 1 design & construction and industry standards preferred, but not required.
- Proficiency in the following tools preferred, but not required: RCS or COMPRESS design software, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Products
Physical requirements
Must be able to sit, lift, stand, push, and pull up to 20 pounds; works primarily in a climate-controlled environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related technical field from an accredited university, or Associates degree + 2 years industry related experience, or 5 years directly related industry experience
- Ability to sit, lift, stand, push, and pull up to 20 pounds and work in a climate-controlled environment
- Familiarity with ASME VIII Div. 1 design & construction and industry standards
- Proficiency with RCS or COMPRESS design software
- Proficiency with AutoCAD
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products
What We Do
CUST-O-FAB is a leader in the heat transfer business, specializing in the design and fabrication of ASME Code process equipment, including shell and tube heat exchangers and pressure vessels. Founded in 1972 and based in Sand Springs, OK, the company serves the energy, petrochemical, and power generation sectors, providing high-quality fabrication and expert on-site services with a focus on expedited delivery and safety.
