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Summary:

The Designer is responsible for creating and releasing complex drawings and designs of shock absorbers. Applies sound engineering principles in the documentation of part and product Model & drawings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same


• Creates and releases complex drawings and designs of shock absorbers


• Writes change requests for all engineering changes (OEs) in order to make complex modifications to current drawings in organizations data base system (Oracle software) to meet the design specifications outlined by the Product Engineer


• Interfaces with data base system (Oracle software) to release drawings and works closely with German Design team to create new Oracle processes


• Revises and updates existing drawings to reflect design changes


• Accurately follows specifications outlined in the blueprints to make modifications to drawings and obtains approval on all drawings


• Performs complex mathematical calculations, such as shock layouts & tolerance stack-ups


• Investigates any discrepancies noticed in drawings and makes adjustments to ensure the form, fit and function of the design is accurate


• Makes recommendations to the Product Engineer on design layouts


• Interfaces with customers to upload 3D models and drawings into the customer's specific drawing software system


• Manages the new design software and interface requirements from customers proactively


• Performs supplier research on industry standard components, such as "o" rings and fasteners


• Coordinates with Bilstein IT group and German Design Team to assist with resolving software and hardware issues


• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications & Experience:

• Expert CAD experience designing solid models in either Catia V5 or NX 8.5 software


• Considerable experience as a Designer, preferably in the automotive industry


• Proficient experience creating typical 2D print dimensioning & tolerancing


• Advanced understanding of how to apply GD&T to drawings


• Considerable experience in releasing drawings into data base (Oracle experience preferred)


• Demonstrated knowledge of complex math. Possesses a logical method of problem solving and willingness to learn and improve one's skills. Demonstrates a strong commitment to meet and exceed customer requirements at all times


• Ability to read and understand blue prints and work instruction


• Ability to communicate to engineers & suppliers simple design & engineering conditions.


• Possesses a stable work history, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and a strong personal desire to work safely and maintain a safe working environment


• Demonstrates a strong customer focus along with a great work ethic and willingness to do what needs to be done (without taking shortcuts)


• Demonstrated reliability, good initiative, committed, and quality focused


• Highly organized with ability to work independently as well as part of a team


• Exhibits integrity through fair and ethical behaviors in all activities; maintains accountability for performance


• Strong attention to detail with well-developed organizational and communication skills


• Proven experience developing work processes to improve outcomes for the team/customers

• 2 or 4 year technical degree preferred; High School Diploma or G.E.D. required