Lake Cable
Product Designer
Lake Cable, Bensenville, Illinois, us, 60105
What would you say to a career that helps keep the world working?
One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? T hen Lake Cable is looking for you.
For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications.
BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER.
Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it’s the only way to do business.
If you’re ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters…
Job Summary
The Product Designer develops the concepts for new manufactured products and the modification of existing manufactured products according to customer specifications. The Product Designer works closely with the Sales Department and will collaborate with other designers and engineers to develop holistic wire & cable design solutions. The Product Designer will take work from initial concept through final development with intense emphasis on customer satisfaction.
Essential Functions:Based on customer specification sheets generate quote parts into a clear and concise production routerCreate Lake Cable specification sheets based on quote parts or order partsRead and interpret industry standards such as UL and CSACreate drawings for special OEM designs using Turbo-Cad softwareKeep current regarding the newest technologies, standards and industry trendsCreate new procedures for later useKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must understand wire and cable manufacturing and design processesMust have a clear understanding of agency approvals including, but not limited to UL and CSAAbility to work with minimal supervision, multi-task and resolve problemsProblem-solving skills to determine the need, size, and cost of a product; anticipate production issues; develop alternatives; evaluate options; and implement solutions.Ability to think analytically using logic and reasoning skillsEfficient time management, organizational skills and attention to detail with consistent accuracyProficient with computer software: Microsoft Office; Wire Pac system; Turbo-Cad; and the InternetMechanical skills - must understand how products are engineered and functionIndependent thinker and worker who can easily adapt to a team approachQualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in industrial design, engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experienceThree to five years of experience working in a manufacturing environment; wire and cable manufacturing, preferredBenefits
Paid time off401(k) matchHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insurance (company paid)Voluntary Life/AD&DVoluntary Life/AD&D (child)Short-term disability (company paid)Long-term disability (company paid)Accident InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountTuition reimbursementReferral programProduction bonusCompetitive pay
One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? T hen Lake Cable is looking for you.
For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications.
BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER.
Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it’s the only way to do business.
If you’re ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters…
Job Summary
The Product Designer develops the concepts for new manufactured products and the modification of existing manufactured products according to customer specifications. The Product Designer works closely with the Sales Department and will collaborate with other designers and engineers to develop holistic wire & cable design solutions. The Product Designer will take work from initial concept through final development with intense emphasis on customer satisfaction.
Essential Functions:Based on customer specification sheets generate quote parts into a clear and concise production routerCreate Lake Cable specification sheets based on quote parts or order partsRead and interpret industry standards such as UL and CSACreate drawings for special OEM designs using Turbo-Cad softwareKeep current regarding the newest technologies, standards and industry trendsCreate new procedures for later useKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must understand wire and cable manufacturing and design processesMust have a clear understanding of agency approvals including, but not limited to UL and CSAAbility to work with minimal supervision, multi-task and resolve problemsProblem-solving skills to determine the need, size, and cost of a product; anticipate production issues; develop alternatives; evaluate options; and implement solutions.Ability to think analytically using logic and reasoning skillsEfficient time management, organizational skills and attention to detail with consistent accuracyProficient with computer software: Microsoft Office; Wire Pac system; Turbo-Cad; and the InternetMechanical skills - must understand how products are engineered and functionIndependent thinker and worker who can easily adapt to a team approachQualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in industrial design, engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experienceThree to five years of experience working in a manufacturing environment; wire and cable manufacturing, preferredBenefits
Paid time off401(k) matchHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insurance (company paid)Voluntary Life/AD&DVoluntary Life/AD&D (child)Short-term disability (company paid)Long-term disability (company paid)Accident InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountTuition reimbursementReferral programProduction bonusCompetitive pay