Mechanical Designer

About the role

ACS specializes in the engineering, integration, and construction of technically complex R&D and production equipment, controls, and facilities. This role supports the design process by developing 3D models used to create 2D engineering drawing sets in our Verona, WI office.

Responsibilities

• Performs design work from concept to manufacturing drawings within budget and on schedule.
• Generates ideas and solutions collaboratively with the project engineer and other team members.
• Creates overall layout models, assemblies, and detailed component-level designs.
• Follows and applies ACS CAD Standards and Machine Design Group processes to ensure design quality and adherence to standards.
• Creates and oversees detailed CREO models and CAD drawings required for equipment manufacturing and installation.
• Reviews own CAD work for completeness and accuracy, delivering complete and correct drawings to the Project Manager or Engineer.
• Works with the ACS Manufacturing group to answer technical questions and provide timely solutions to issues and roadblocks.
• Participates in design reviews, both internal with peers and management and external with clients.
• Works on multiple projects simultaneously, depending on project size and deadline.
• Demonstrates flexibility in responding to unexpected demands due to changes in project scope or deadline.
• Understands welding and machining best practices and conveys requirements to fabrication personnel through accurate drawing documentation.
• Uses a 3D scanner to scan job sites and registers data to create full scan data files for design additions or retrofits.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Mechanical Design from an accredited technical institution or college at a minimum; Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology or equivalent preferred.
• Relevant machine design work experience and/or internship.
• Proficiency in CREO preferred; experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD-based programs is a plus.
• Ability to operate a laser scanner is a plus.
• Ability to create architectural drawing sets is a plus.
• Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and ANSI industry standards.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work well in a project team environment, including taking initiative and collaborating effectively with all internal and external levels and groups.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel to customer facilities for client meetings, equipment installation, commissioning, and 3D scanning.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• 401(k) employer-match program.
• Bonus incentive program.
• Paid time off.
• Hybrid work policy and summer hours.