Staff Engineering Designer at Kaleidoscope Animations in Cincinnati, Ohio

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Staff Engineering Designer will develop creative and technically superior engineering design solutions appropriate to each project assigned.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1.

Design (40%)

• Delivers engineering design excellence


• Develops design concepts for parts and assemblies


• Creates detailed CAD models of parts and assemblies


• Develops product documentation that supports high quality production


• Employs DFM, DFA and DFQ

2.

Research (15%)

• Participates in project research and brainstorming teams


• Attends and participates in meetings with clients


• Objectively observes and understands user research inputs


• Participates in usability tests in order to discover design requirements and validate design concepts


• Participates in observational research as needed to uncover unmet needs

3.

Continuous Improvement (15%)

• Develops expertise in advanced CAD skills


• Stays abreast of new and evolving technologies as assigned


• Proposes process changes to improve quality, cost and schedule

4.

Quality (10%)

• Delivers flawless deliverables to client


• Manages deliverables and timing for self


• Delivers products that meets Kaleidoscope’s standards and when appropriate, international standards and regulations

5.

Performance Management (10%)

• Checks own work and that of peers, as requested


• Excellent team member and collaborator

6.

Project Management (10%)

• Participates in management of scope, schedule and cost

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

• Knowledge and skills at a level normally acquired through the completion of a Associates Degree in Engineering Technology, Design, Drafting or related fields


• 10+ years of professional experience in design, drafting and product development

Licenses/Credentials/Certifications

• N/A

Skills/Specialized Knowledge/Abilities

• Good problem solving skills


• Expert knowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD


• Intermediate or better experience with Pro Engineer or NX 3D CAD


• Intermediate knowledge in geometric tolerance analysis


• Proficient in documentation, dimensioning and specification writing


• Intermediate skills in model shop processes and equipment


• Intermediate skills in manufacturing processes and tooling requirements


• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)


• Detailed oriented work style and service


• Intermediate ability to work and think in a methodical and logical way


• Intermediate ability to prioritize and complete tasks in order to deliver desired outcomes within allotted time frames


• Intermediate ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients


• Willingness to take direction from others and to accept constructive feedback while being adaptable and flexible


• Demonstrated ability to write and prepare documents/reports/correspondence/proposals in a concise, logical, grammatically appropriate format


• Good communication skills that demonstrate a professional demeanor


• Ability to effectively communicate to employees/clients via phone, computer or in person


• Excellent listener


• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality


• Ability to stay focused and committed to a task

WORKING CONDITIONS

Tools and Equipment Used

• Computer workstation, typical office equipment, laboratory instrument and measurement equipment

Travel

• Occasional: up to 25% of the time

Physical & Mental Demands

• Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long period of time


• Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment


• Moderate lifting and carrying of supplies, equipment, files, etc.


• Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environment


• Ability to analyze unique situations and develop appropriate response

Environment

• Work typically performed in both an office and a laboratory setting.