Production Engineer
Regular, Full Time Position
Quincy, IL
If you are a forward-thinker interested in system and component engineering, then keep reading! We are searching for a Production Engineer to join our Hollister Whitney team at Vantage Elevation.
About Us
Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister-Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Bore-Max; Thames Valley Controls and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies almost all electro-mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. Founded in 1927, the Vantage group employs over 900 staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom.
Requirements
We are searching for a candidate with:
- Associate’s Degree in Computer Aided Drafting or other engineering discipline with heavy emphasis on design drafting.
- Bachelor Degree in an engineering field preferred.
- 3+ years technical work in a manufacturing/engineering office environment.
- Proficient in AutoCAD 2010 or newer.
- Proficient in MS Excel with the ability to learn other software as required.
- Autodesk Inventor knowledge a plus
- Proficient in reading and interpreting project specifications, architectural and structural building drawings, and mechanical parts/assembly drawings.
- Ability to learn detailed information about a large number of products.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to grasp technical concepts.
- Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize workload and to manage several projects concurrently with accuracy and speed.
- Requires impeccable attention to detail and excellent proofing skills.
- Ability to work independently with critical thinking skills, and minimal supervision.
- Must possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Duties and Responsibilities
A typical day may include:
- Interact with customers to ensure engineering needs are understood.
- Updated orders to meet job specific requirements through a CPQ system.
- Review and interpret specifications, sketches and layout drawings.
- Review governing code authorities to ensure products being supplied meet the required code criteria.
- Perform complex engineering calculations as necessary.
- Prepare detailed assembly and part drawings as necessary for fabrication.
- Trouble shoot products and components through phone and e-mail communication as necessary to help customers resolve issues in the field.
- Direct and support service technicians in the field by shipping components or locating information as necessary.
- Support all other departments as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Benefits of Working With Us
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- HSA
- 401(K)/Company Match/ Non-Elective
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- … and more!
Position Details
- Base Salary $60,000-$70,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and in keeping with local legislation)
- Full Time
- Day Shift
- Location will be based in Quincy, IL at Hollister Whtiney
- Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Like What You Read?
If you’re excited by the prospect of working at the forefront of engineering technology with a world-class employer that values your technical skills, we invite you to apply.
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Skills Required
- Associate's Degree in Computer Aided Drafting or engineering discipline with emphasis on design drafting
- Bachelor's Degree in an engineering field
- 3+ years technical work in a manufacturing/engineering office environment
- Proficient in AutoCAD 2010 or newer
- Proficient in MS Excel
- Autodesk Inventor knowledge
- Ability to read and interpret project specifications, architectural/structural drawings, and mechanical parts/assembly drawings
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to grasp technical concepts
- Strong problem solving, organizational skills, and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects concurrently
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise critical thinking
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to maintain effective working relationships
What We Do
GAL Manufacturing is a leading provider of non-proprietary elevator equipment, including door equipment, controls, and signal fixtures. As part of the Vantage family of companies, they supply the elevator industry with robust and reliable solutions.
