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Mechanical Designer

Crystal Group • Hiawatha, IA • 11h ago

Job Description:

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

Reports to: Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Department: Engineering

Work Model: Full-time, On-site - No Travel Required

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm

Company & Benefit Information

At Crystal Group, we do hard things - designing and building rugged tech and tech solutions that provide predictable performance in the world's most unforgiving environments. As a 100% employee-owned company, here you take extreme ownership of your role and work and invest in your own success and that of your teammates. Together we use a zero limits approach to wow our customers.

Crystal Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

On-Site Gym

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the design, development, and verification of assigned mechanical components to include sheet-metal / machined-metal parts and assemblies.

Essential Functions

Maintain a basic working knowledge of Crystal Group's mechanical design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor) for efficient conversion of technical requirements into schematic diagrams and assembly drawings

Maintain a basic understanding of metal parts machining, fabrication, and assembly processes

Maintain a basic working knowledge of packaging techniques applied to high performance electronics for use in harsh and demanding environments

Maintain basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the design field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job

Ensure designs are producible and error free utilizing various software programs

Recommend the proper procedures, processes, templates, and tools to correctly perform the task assigned

Support the systems team in addressing customer requirements

Provide technical assistance for the building and testing of new products and systems

Provide basic troubleshooting support for products in Manufacturing and Technical Services

Review mechanical drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards, as assigned

Provide technical assistance for the Pilot Line build and testing of new products and systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Basic knowledge of 3D modeling techniques

Familiar with Finite Element Analysis and computational fluid dynamics

Familiar with Computer Numerical Control design requirements

Basic knowledge of computer hardware and systems integration

Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Basic knowledge of mechanical component industry standards

Works well both independently and in a team environment and is willing to change priorities as needed

Multitasking skills including the ability to work across multiple software platforms

Use hand tools (caliper, micrometer, feeler gauge, fluid pressure meter, infrared thermal cameras, etc.)

Inspect and troubleshoot computer related hardware components at an assembly level

Ability to use various software programs related to engineering theory (AutoDesk inventor, AutoCAD, Ansys simulation software)

Create, read, and compare technical data sheets

Required Qualifications

Must be a US Person (US Citizen, person granted US Permanent Resident Card or any individual who is granted status as a "protected person")

Associate of Science degree in mechanical engineering or related field or at least 3 years of mechanical design experience in lieu of degree

Preferred Qualifications

1+ years of mechanical component design or manufacturing experience

1+ years of CAD software related work

Extensive knowledge of computer equipment (PC, firewall, switch, data acquisition systems, UPS, server rack equipment, etc.)

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Occasional exposure to manufacturing floor and testing environments. May require lifting up to 25 lbs, standing for extended periods during product testing.

EEO Statement

Crystal Group, Inc, maintains a program of equal employment opportunity designed to ensure that employment and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees and applicants on the basis of individual qualifications and without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, disability, age, sex, genetic information, military status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Offer Contingency

All job offers are contingent on the applicant successfully completing the background check and drug screen.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary. Employment with Crystal Group remains at-will.

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