Design Engineer

ebm-papst, Inc.

Job Description

Department: Research & Development (R&D)

Job Title: Design Engineer

Summary: This position is responsible for updating and improving existing designs, models, and detailed drawings of air mover components and assemblies; supporting collaboration between Design, Production, and Manufacturing teams.

Essential Functions of the Job: The essential functions of this job require the person, with or without reasonable accommodations, to perform the following: 

• Organize and lead Design Review meetings. Record action items, assign tasks, track workflow, and close tasks upon completion. 
• Use SAP to submit material requests, create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), update material descriptions and master data, and retrieve and modify relevant information as needed.
• Design prototypes using knowledge of manufacturing capabilities. Model prototypes in 3D using Creo. Identify critical tooling requirements and assist in the assembly of prototypes.
• Apply parametric and surface modeling techniques in Creo, when applicable, to support the modification of existing 3D models and development of new designs. 
• Design components with consideration of appropriate manufacturing tolerances. Coordinate special order component requirements with the Sourcing Department. 
• Create and update detailed drawings using Creo in accordance with applicable ISO and ANSI standards, ensuring proper dimensioning, tolerancing, and drafting practices. 
• Use the following software and tools when performing this job: Creo, SAP, VBA and EDM.
• Develop and maintain Excel VBA to automate repetitive tasks, consolidate SAP data in Excel, and streamline reporting and workflow tracking. 
• Use math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, fundamentals of plane, solid geometry and trigonometry. Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Use one or all of the following when performing this job: Sheet Metal Flat Pattern Development, Bend Tables, Conceptual Design, Assembly Creation, Design Development, Materials, Plating/Painting, Bend Relieves, Tolerance Issues, Quality Initiatives, GDT Conversions, Drafting Skills, Drawing Conversion, Data Management, SAP terminal usage, FMEA, Project Management, ECO processing.
• Determination of the scope of qualification of mechanical components.
• Perform all other duties as assigned. 

Recommended Education and/or Experience  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 2 years of engineering design experience, including design methods, engineering materials, and associated manufacturing methods

All Employees are expected to:

• Follow the Employee Handbook policies and procedures and uphold organizational values. 
• Contribute to building a positive work environment. 
• Report for work consistently and on time. 
• Report to supervision conditions or practices that are unsafe to ebm-papst and its employees. 

 Benefits: Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance; HSA options; life and disability insurance; voluntary supplemental benefits; a 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions; and paid time off.