Design Engineer I

About the role

This position provides focused design and strategy for the development and implementation of standard products. It strengthens the design group regionally and globally.

Responsibilities

• Develops 3-D concept models in consultation with Application Engineer
• Analyzes application requirements and evaluates and recommends design solutions
• Performs detailed design calculations, including belts, component selections, bolts, bearings, isolators, etc.
• Fulfills all AKG modeling and design standards
• Works with minimal supervision to coordinate with AKG Purchasing and outside fabricators to ensure designs can be manufactured cost-effectively
• Interacts with vendors to select and specify optimum components
• Communicates effectively with fellow Design Group members

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or substantial demonstrative experience in Progressive Design Engineering
• Experience with SolidEdge (preferred) or SolidWorks
• High mechanical aptitude
• A keen interest in “hands-on” engineering and problem solving
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective verbal and written communications skills with proven ability to organize complex technical data in a format for management and other departments to understand
• Excellent organization and computer skills
• Experience or background in automotive or heavy equipment preferred

Qualifications

• Expert technical knowledge in design and creation
• Excellent communication abilities, including outstanding written, articulation and listening skills
• Highly adept at strategic schedule and calendar management
• Experienced and creative problem solver
• Strong relationship management experience and skill
• Exceptional organizational skills with close attention to detail
• Strong technical skills, expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Strong ability to prioritize and make independent decisions regarding the priorities; ability to apply and provide context, giving direction with strong understanding of the big picture
• Commitment to the AKG’s Corporate Principles

Skills

• Expert technical knowledge in design and creation
• Excellent communication abilities, including outstanding written, articulation and listening skills
• Highly adept at strategic schedule and calendar management
• Experienced and creative problem solver
• Strong relationship management experience and skill
• Exceptional organizational skills with close attention to detail
• Strong technical skills, expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Strong ability to prioritize and make independent decisions regarding the priorities; ability to apply and provide context, giving direction with strong understanding of the big picture

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