Design Engineer

About the role

Andgar Food Processing Equipment (FPE) has an immediate opening for a Design Engineer in Ferndale, WA. This division works with a variety of metal products for food processing equipment manufacturing. Most of the final product is food-grade stainless steel and aluminum. The Design Engineer is responsible for assisting in design and development of food processing equipment using computer-aided design to render technical plans for onsite fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design and technical supervisor and customers to gather product and structural requirements and designs
• Research and evaluate products, parts, or processes for cost efficiency and reliability
• Contribute to the designs of new products and improvements to existing products; contribute to moderately complex aspects of a project
• Transform complex rough product designs into working documents using computer aided design (CAD)
• Review engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards
• Analyze test results and recommend appropriate design changes
• Create detailed designs with SolidWorks design software
• Describe production methods step-by-step (including equipment and software types to be used)
• Calculate dimensions, weight limitations and requirements in materials
• Identify potential operational issues and redesign products to improve functionality
• Prepare and review rough sketches and review them along with the manufacturing team
• Design diagrams, maps and layouts to illustrate workflow
• Prepare creative designs or related drawings or details
• Collaborate with design originators to resolve discrepancies between original drawings and final CAD designs

Requirements

• One (1) + year of experience or certificate in Welding from accredited trade school or college
• TIG welding experience strongly preferred
• Valid Driver License and clean driving record
• Drug and alcohol free (must be able to pass pre-employment drug test)
• Strong communication and math skills
• Able to operate tools, machinery, and vehicles safely
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs
• Must be flexible with hours and able to work overtime as needed
• Self-starter with ability to work with little supervision

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 6 Paid holidays
• Employee Referral Bonuses & Safety Program
• Ongoing training and education with Andgar University
• Employee Assistance Program and Counselor on staff

Pay

• Salary Range $32 - $42/hr

Schedule

• This is NOT a remote position