Designer II - St. Louis

Working at WatlowAre you looking for an opportunity to make a great living and be part of a thriving cross functional community? Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone and lead with service and humility.Overview of RoleThe Designer II role will focus on designing new products as part of a product development team at our Technology Development Center located at our St. Louis, Missouri headquarters. You will manage your own activities and take accountability for completing routine tasks that are part of the product design process. As part of the team, you will be relied on to have a significant understanding of procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and equipment. You will work directly with product and manufacturing engineers and will report directly to an Engineering Manager.

Your Key Responsibilities will include:Interpreting customer requirements, defining design specifications and preparing documentation packages for our manufacturing teamsCreating and revising documentation in support of product and process design and developmentWorking with a team to develop innovative solutions to customer requirementsCreating part and assembly drawings for new and existing productsInterpreting customer provided drawings and CAD models and preparing CAD drawings for new parts and assemblies based on the instructions of othersComponent design, research, and verification of form, fit and functionImplementing engineering changes including layout revisions, BOM (Bill of Material) updates, and drawing/design updatesAssisting in manufacturability of new products

Qualifications:Two-year degree or high-school graduate and related experience (3-5 years)Demonstrated proficiency in Stack up analysis for sub-assemblies.Demonstrated proficiency in SolidWorks 3D CAD

Creating models and assemblies, familiarity with the Configuration manager for parts and assembliesCreating sheet metal parts and drawings with proper Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and weld cut lists or BOMsCreating and editing part and drawing templatesFamiliarity with the Properties Manager and how to use itFamiliarity with PDMWorks Enterprise is preferred

Additional success factors:Experience in product design highly preferredDetail oriented and an active contributor to foster a team environmentAbility to solve routine, simple problemsAbility to work with minimum direct supervisionAbility to self-manage activities and seek feedback and guidance from others when neededExperience working in a manufacturing environment & understanding variationGreen belt/ Black belt six sigma

Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation PlanThe health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a

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range of life and career enhancing benefits :Annual Achievement Award401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performanceOnsite wellness clinicWellness incentivesEmployee Personal Assistance ProgramDental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurancePaid holidays, personal time, and vacationParental leaveTuition reimbursement

Diversity & InclusionWe proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.