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Tad PGS

Mechanical Designer

Tad PGS, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290


We have an Exciting Contract to Hire position for aMechanical Designer to join a leading aerospace Company located inJacksonville, FL.

US Citizenship is required.

The Mechanical Designer I designs and details mechanical components systems under the guidance of engineering management. The Mechanical Designer I is responsible for the integrity, quality, and proper operation of designs from concept through manufacture, assembly, test, and field installation.

Essential Job Functions:

Participate as a team member with other Engineers, Drafters, Manufacturing, Production and Purchasing personnel to complete design projects on time and within budget.

Responsible for design and manufacturing support.

Responsible for specification compliance and documentation of mechanical systems, sub- assemblies and components.

Responsible for the layout and detailed mechanical designs.

Recommend materials and components for inclusion in design specifications based on experience and on catalogue reference data.

Study industry standards and ensure that designs are safe and meet applicable industry safety requirements.

Actively participate in Design Reviews. Review designs with other Engineering, Manufacturing, Production personnel as well as equipment users to ensure that designs meet all requirements.

Organize and maintain project folders and report project status to Manager, Engineers and others on a regular basis. Must keep technical information updates and organize through configuration management for the department.

Plan perform or direct and document experiments to prove design performance.

Must be capable of safely handling government-furnished equipment and materials.

Must be available to work a standard weekly schedule with overtime as required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Hiring Criteria:

Associate 's degree in a related field or a certification from a technical institute or equivalent.

Six (6) years drafting experience.

Must be able to obtain a security clearance when required by the contract.

Desired Qualifications:

Strong understanding of 3D Mechanical CAD including detail drawings/models and applying large assembly management skills.

Good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to clearly explain the perspective of the engineering department to upper management as well as to the engineering team.

Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and practices.

Able to make decisions independently on engineering problems. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Able to handle multiple projects and tasks concurrently.

Understanding of sheet metal and machined part fabrication practices and documentation standards.

Strong ability to work with others and be an active part of a cross functional team.

Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and work to a schedule.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Solidworks, AutoCAD or other 3D modelling Software, Solidworks Simulation, EPDM Configuration Management.

Preferred working experience with Faro Arm 3D Scanner and Geomagic Design X software.

Preferred experience in 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping.

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