Sr. Mechanical/Machinery Designer at Endurance Equipment LLC
Peak North America encompasses a group of companies who provide fabrication, construction, machinery and plant design for industrial projects throughout North America. Rooted in the forest industry, Peak North America is continuously refining the group of businesses to include innovative projects that meet the demands of the industrial sector. Companies include Heartland Steel Structures & Peak North America Construction in Prince George, BC, Peak North America Manufacturing in Canal Flats, BC, Real Performance Machinery in Enderby, BC & Independence, VA, Advanced Sawmill Machinery in Holt, Florida and Endurance Equipment in Irvington, AL.
Endurance Equipment LLC is a leader in Woodyard Technology and Equipment for Sawmills, OSB Facilities, Biomass Woodyards and Pulp/Paper Mills. The company was formed in 2009. The strength of Endurance is in its ability and willingness to custom engineer a piece of equipment or processing system to suit a client's specific needs. Strong engineering coupled with innovation has led to the development and implementation of equipment product lines which routinely set the standards for our competition to follow.
Endurance Equipment LLC is seeking a highly engaged, energetic, and detail-orientated Sr. Mechanical/Machinery Designer to join our team in our Irvington, AL office. The successful candidate will be part of multi-discipline and nimble design team supporting the forest products industry. This position will be responsible for design of custom equipment utilizing SolidWorks. Create assembly drawings, fabrication details, and installation packages. The successful candidate will work closely with our intercompany fabrication team and alliance vendors to develop high performing and cost competitive solutions to meet our clients capital project demands.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Design custom equipment utilizing SolidWorks and AutoCAD;
Create fabrication details, assembly drawings and installation packages;
Conduct and participate in 3D model reviews and other quality processes;
Provide technical support during fabrication and installation of new equipment;
Field measure of existing facilities;
Provide technical guidance to less experienced drafting personnel in the department;
All other duties as requested.
Education & Experience
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting;
Minimum 10+ years of relevant industrial experience in heavy equipment & machinery design with preferred emphasis in forest products industry;
Minimum of 5 years experience utilizing SolidWorks or equivalent 3D design software.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge and application of common structural steel shapes and other construction materials;
Knowledge and application of steel fabrication techniques and methods;
Knowledge and application of power transmission components;
Knowledge and application of OSHA guarding systems;
Familiarity of bulk material handling systems;
Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics and control devices;
Ability to create accurate installation documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings;
Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks;
Knowledge and application of design and CAD drafting standards;
Proficient in the use of 2D AutoCAD;
Proficient in the use of 3D design software - Solidworks or Inventor;
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook;
Good communication skills, both verbal and written;
Virtual team and relationship development skills;
Able to work minimal to no supervision.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time;
Ability to Climb stairs and ladders.
Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, a 401(k) plan with company match, flexible schedule, paid time off.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your resume, to help us get to know you and your experience better. We look forward to hearing from you!
We thank everyone for their interest in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.