Directly responsible to the Manager, Planning and Supply Chain. Provide Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing and Project Management support. This position will require candidate to perform in all aspects of business including design engineering, SoildWorks, Auto Cad, SolidEdge, ST5 3D modelling, assemblies, drawing creation, tooling quotes and reverse engineering.
Duties And Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the Design Technician are detailed below, but not limited to the following:
Creation of high quality extrusion die drawings
Creation of high quality fabrication drawings
Maintenance of drawing specifications and standards
Working with sales and production staff to propose extrusions designs and tolerances that match our abilities and the needs of our Customer
Involvement in new product introduction advising on design feasibility and improvements
Communication and collaboration with external die makers to design with best practices
Reviewing submitted die designs for extrudability
Maintenance of all drawing records, CAD files, and drawing releases
Distribution of approved drawings, sending and receiving drawings
Work directly with Customer Service and Sales Representatives to provide outstanding Customer Service
Set up engineering drawings for QA scans (i.e. DII Ascona scanner applications, 2D optical scanner)
Set up dies and part numbers in ERP (i.e. EPICS)
All other task supporting complimentary departments, as required
Comply with all quality related policies, procedures, and system requirementsRequirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience
Post Secondary Diploma or degree in drafting, mechanical design, mechanical engineering or equivalent.
Minimum 1-3 year relevant experience with mechanical design/drafting
Minimum 3 year relevant experience with Solid WorksTechnical Skills/Competence
Thorough knowledge of drafting principles
Proficient in AutoCAD and Solid Works
Capable of designing tooling from sketches or verbal concepts
Capable of working as part of a team
Self-starter and able to take direction
High energy level
Strong work ethic
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Effective time management skills
Must be able to work with little supervision; must be self-directed
Preferred: Experience working with extrusion die design
Preferred: Experience working with Fabrication part design