Mechanical Designer
Actalent - Fort Walton Beach, Florida, us, 32549Work at Actalent
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virtual solid models of new products, modifications and upgrades to existing
designs, from abstract concepts to full assembly. Interface as necessary
with engineering lead to determine design requirements, specifications and
schedules. Design for manufacturability, reliability and maintainability
applying Mil-Spec, FAA and best commercial practices. Create virtual
solid models for individual components, systems and assemblies. Apply
tolerance stack-up analysis, mass properties, etc., on component assemblies to
ensure proper fit and function. Utilize and instruct industry standard
manufacturing processes as a design requirement. Create, review and
update drawings (AutoCAD, DraftSight or equivalent) and maintain configuration
control of design and manufacturing documentation (SolidWorks PDM) as necessary
for: manufacturing, assembly and installation, engineering analysis and product
installations. Ability to make a proper interpretation of design specifications
and drawings and determine the design details, such as standard component
selection, thread and tolerance specifications, etc. Create or revise
SolidWorks CAD models, drawings, BOM’s, and other engineering documentation as
required. Coordinate and manage design and drawing reviews, prototype
builds and verification testing and documentation. Participate on
multi-disciplinary, integrated project teams, representing the Design Group for
team activities and decisions. Assist with proposal development
preparation when requested. Ability to educate lower level designers on
manufacturability, reliability and maintainability and fit and function for
manufacturing and assembly. Track and report progress on projects to
management. Ensure all work is done in compliance with Quality
Requirements, ISO 9001/AS9100 standards, company policies, procedures, goals
and objectives.
Education/Experience Qualifications: Associates
degree from a college or university accredited by an accrediting body
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. A minimum of ten (10)
years’ progressive and current experience with SolidWorks modeling
software. May substitute certification from a technical institution in a
directly applicable field or High School diploma with additional four (4) years
directly related work experience for Education requirement. Must be able
to obtain and maintain a SECRET level security clearance.
Leadership & Management: Design Specialist III is a team leader position and may be responsible for the activities of lower level designers assigned to specific programs. Ensuring that all assigned designers have the skills and resources to accomplish assigned tasks and reports progress to management team. This individual will work with management to actively mentor less skilled personnel to identify weaknesses, expand their technical capabilities and to support their career progression. This individual has experience of successful leadership and management skills working in a small team on highly dynamic programs that involve direct customer interface About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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