Design Engineer

About the role

Please note this is an on-site job located in Wichita, Kansas. Balco, a manufacturer of architectural building products, is growing! We are expanding our team with people who enjoy a fast-paced, teamwork environment and are passionate about working together to meet or exceed customers’ requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute research, design and development projects in accordance with project specifications, timeline, and cost targets
• Model products using Solidworks; create assemblies, part drawings, inspection criteria, and other drawings as required
• Perform finite element analysis (FEA) and/or computational fluid dynamics (CFD) using Solidworks Simulation
• Interface with customers; providing technical support, project support, and custom solutions
• Interface with outside vendors; selecting and specifying components, providing technical support, and validating quality
• Design, build, and perform in-house testing mock-ups to validate designs
• Cookordinate and oversee design validation testing with third-party laboratories, including travel when necessary
• Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles by collaborating with production personnel and suppliers to optimize product designs
• Lead product design review meetings, presenting to Balco management and project team members
• Create Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), part specifications, provide technical data, installation instructions, and other information/documents as necessary to implement new products and design changes
• Provide training to Balco personnel, reps, and customers on new product design and function
• Provide technical support, recommendations, and custom solutions to Balco personnel, reps, and customers
• Support Balco product showcases through engineering mock-ups, presentations, product demonstrations, and technical expertise

Additional Responsibilities

• Foster team-work by interacting with team members and other departments in a positive, solution-oriented manner
• Assist the manufacturing facilities as needed in implementing and/or improving manufacturing techniques and safety
• Assist the quality department in establishing and maintaining quality standards and troubleshooting product failure claims
• Research new technologies, emerging construction materials and methods, competitors and potential suppliers
• Be familiar with local education facilities, testing facilities, machine shops and equipment suppliers
• Travel to test labs and/or job sites to support Balco’s interest as required (~10%)

Company Wide Responsibilities

• Support and follow Balco, Inc.’s Quality Policy
• Follow all applicable Procedures and Work Instructions
• Initiate preventative and corrective actions for problems with product or processes
• Demonstrate company values
• Follow all safety rules and regulations as directed by Balco
• Support and follow Balco, Inc.’s Quality Policy
• Follow all applicable Procedures and Work Instructions
• Initiate preventative and corrective actions for problems with product or processes
• Demonstrate company values
• Follow all safety rules and regulations as directed by Balco

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field
• Architectural/Construction industry experience is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Proficient in Solidworks or similar modeling software
• Proficient in Solidworks Simulation or similar FEA software
• Strong work ethic; self-starter, motivated to set and achieve goals
• Ability to innovate and develop creative solutions to problems
• Ability to manage multiple projects on time and within budget
• Ability to present technical information to management, Balco personnel, and customers
• Desire to communicate with, collaborate with and be a subject matter expert (SME) to the customer
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Positive, professional demeanor

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) with company match. Paid time off, including holidays and vacation. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for long-term wealth building.