Tool Designer Job at EControls in San Antonio

EControls is a global provider of innovative, state-of-the-art integrated controls solutions for internal combustion engines and electric drive systems in the off-highway, on-highway, and stationary equipment markets. EControls designs world-class, full-authority engine management systems for major OEMs around the world. Our global engine development labs and engineering staff offer full-range support, from design guidance for base engine conversion to hardware, software, and engine calibration to meet each application's specific requirements.
We are passionate about customer satisfaction and service. We fearlessly engage in any effort that will eliminate our customers’ risk and clear a path to their success. We immerse ourselves in our customers’ world, reveal unknowns and deliver integrated solutions.

We have a global footprint ready to serve customers with high-level product support and deep application engineering. The company employs over 700 employees worldwide dedicated to serving our customers and markets on virtually every continent.  We have locations in Texas, and Oklahoma, as well as multiple overseas operations in Europe, and Asia.
We are looking for a full-time Tool Designer with CAD Design and Automation experience.
 
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize new designs for custom automated manufacturing equipment.
• Design tooling and fixtures for new product assembly.
• Select and integrate pneumatic systems to achieve reliable motion for high volume applications.
• Incorporate design features for safety, ergonomics, error proofing and maintenance.
• Collaborate with a cross functional team to select and integrate electromechanical components such as servos, sensors, robots, etc.
• Create detailed CAD models and drawings with tolerances, exploded views and bills of materials.
• Conduct design reviews with internal cross functional team for feedback and to ensure compliance to requirements.
• Coordinate with internal and external machine shops to fabricate custom machined parts, weldments and sheet metal components.
• Work with technician teams to assemble and commission new equipment.
• Self-manage workload while communicating schedule and status to project management.

Qualifications:

• Extensive 3D modeling experience (SolidWorks preferred) with ability to create and interpret 2D drawings (GD&T preferred).
• Fundamental understanding of automation technologies, manufacturing processes, assembly line design and cost management.
• Experience with automated equipment including pneumatic cylinders, motors, conveyors, industrial robots and machine guarding.
• Effective communicator of technical content through written and verbal interaction with team members.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and demands of the business.
• Strong attention to detail and work ethic with a sense of personal accountability.
• Ability to visualize concepts while being comfortable problem solving and troubleshooting.