Junior Designer

About the role

We are looking for a Junior Designer at our Tonawanda, NY location to support the Hebeler-Howard Marten (HHM) division. This full-time, hourly position is responsible for accurate modeling and creation of associated customer and manufacturing documentation for an assigned project while working under the direction of senior designers. The incumbent will serve as point of contact between on-site production staff and remote located design team. Please visit hebelerhowardmarten.com to see the products and capabilities of HHM.

Responsibilities

• Creating 3D models and/or 2D drawings of industrial fluid handling systems.
• Preparing and completing customer and manufacturing drawings.
• Reviewing and incorporating project design requirements and specifications.
• Drafting of piping, structural steel, vessels and other related components.
• Preparing manufacturing material lists.
• Selecting fasteners, gasket materials and structural materials.
• Interacting with production personnel to address questions and design issues, ensure design for manufacturability, and document feedback.
• Assisting other departments as required for design-related tasks.
• Resolving technical concerns associated with design in cooperation with Project Engineers, and Project Manager(s).
• Performing other related duties as required by management.

Requirements

• 2yr associates degree in related field.
• Strong knowledge and proficient in, SolidWorks 3D, AutoCAD, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, PDM software.
• General knowledge of mechanical design & drawing, fluid mechanics, piping systems, tubing, hydraulic diagrams, welding techniques, manufacturing dimensioning and tolerances.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills and organizational skills.
• Able to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn.
• Detail oriented approach to tasks.
• Ability to travel to the Canada to support our production facility in Port Colborne, Ontario. Travel demands are expected to be less than 6 times per year.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off plus 80 hours of holiday pay each year.
• Ability to become an Employee Owner (ESOP), fully funded by the company, building value over time based on company performance; retirement benefits exceed typical 401(k) match.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with company contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care expenses, available regardless of medical plan enrollment.
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability coverage; supplemental Short-Term Disability coverage (company pays 50% of premium).
• Voluntary coverages such as additional life insurance, accident insurance, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free, confidential support including legal and financial consultations, counseling, estate planning, travel assistance, and work-life resources (childcare, eldercare, health advocacy).
• Employee Referral Program bonus.
• Educational Assistance.
• Career Advancement opportunities within a 100% employee-owned company (CPEG).
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) plan with flexible loan feature.
• Cash Balance Pension Plan, funded by the company with no employee contribution, guaranteed 4% rate of return.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., Some remote work is possible.