Assistant Designer/Detailer

JOB TITLE: Assistant Mechanical Designer

DEPARTMENT: Mechanical Engineering

REPORTS TO: Project Designer

JOB SUMMARY:
An Assistant Mechanical Designer is responsible for completing a design package once the Project Designer has designed it.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Generates parts and assembly detail drawings of fabricated parts for a machine package, that correspond with mating parts as they are shown on the assembly drawing, either by locating them in database, by modifying an existing database drawing or by creating a new drawing.
• Produces detail drawings consistent with Douglas Machine Naming Convention Standards, Engineering Standards and ASME Standards.
• Creates Bill of Materials for each section of a machine package they are assigned, checks all Bill of Materials against database for proper material and finish.
• Accurately estimate work to maintain machine schedules.
• Reviews and understands the mechanical portion of the machine specification sheet.
• Reviews the production schedules for all the projects they are involved in, in order to maintain an overview of the progress of any given machine and ensure schedules are followed.
• Creates the frame drawings for all machines assigned to his/her design team.
• May be required to do some design work.
• Oversees and checks the work of Detailer’s assigned to his/her design team.
• May fill in for a Designer during short absences.
• Creates Bill of Material requests, cover page, and title page for each print package.
• Performs research when needed to ensure components are accurately sized.
• Completes the machine history report.
• Completes a request form for price and delivery on new purchase components.
• Completes a request form for a computer number for new components.
• Understands and follows the progress of their projects through until machine shipment.
• Utilizes a basic understanding of Geometric Tolerance, Machining and Welding processes in the creation of detail drawings.
• Resolves problems and/or questions regarding detail drawings in Machine Shop or Assembly.
• Initiates the EC process at the machine location in the Assembly Department.
• Documents any ECRs and corrections to a machine package, updates assembly drawings, and Bill of Materials to reflect the corrections. Notifies the ECR specialist of any changes to database drawings.
• May be required to represent the Mechanical Engineering Department as a SME (subject Matter Expert) in regards to product lines, purchased components, and/or selected procedures.
• Responsible for complying with all safety policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
The Assistant Designer must have a two-year vocational/technical education in mechanical drafting and design. He/she must also have a minimum of two years of experience in a related field. He/she must be able to utilize the AS/400 computer, standard office software, and be proficient in the use of the CAD system.