Mechanical Designer II (CAD) at PINNACLE Climate Technologies Inc – Sauk Rapids, Minnesota

Mechanical Designer II (CAD)

Position Summary

This is a sustaining engineering position responsible for creating and revising engineering documentation of new products and maintaining current ones by generating technical documentation for fabricated and purchased components as well as assembly of products and optimizing production processes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Generate 3D CAD models and full 2D fabrication/assembly drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks for legacy products and support on new product designs.
• Modify existing products and generate new drawings that include fabricated parts, instructions, assembly drawings, and cost.
• Identify, recommend, and implement continuous improvement opportunities for existing products, production, and assembly processes.
• Reverse-engineer legacy products and document as required.
• Troubleshoot and solve design and production problems.
• Analyze technical issues and develop effective solutions.
• Generate and maintain product Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Generate and maintain Manufacturing routings for in-house fabrication parts.
• Utilize the DDM system to organize, manage, and track designs throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Implement Engineering Change Orders.
• Work with Purchasing to secure technical information from suppliers in a timely fashion.
• Provide formal and regular feedback to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Generate information and documentation in support of Sales as required
• Work according to all set safety procedures.
• Perform other duties and complete special projects as assigned within timelines.

Qualifications and Skills

• Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent education and experience
• 2-5 years experience in product design in a metal fabrication and assembly operation environment
• Highly proficient in 3D modeling, 2D drafting, and drawing preparation using SolidWorks CAD software
• Experience with PDM and/or DDM product data management systems
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Working knowledge of ERP system preferred
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good problem-solving skills
• Accountable and Dependable

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to Engineering Director

Compensation

• Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience
• Benefits include healthcare, dental, vision, 401K, PTO, life and disability insurance, etc.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a standard office setting. May be required to work more hours than normal during a regular workweek depending on workload and deadline requirements. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Pinnacle Climate Technologies

Pinnacle Climate Technologies develops, manufactures and distributes heating and ventilation solutions through commercial, industrial, agricultural, DIY and other retail channels throughout the world. With manufacturing in North America and Asia, Pinnacle serves a diverse customer base in over 25 countries, on every continent. With brands that include MASTER®, Schaefer®, Remington®, Pro-Temp®, Americ®, Pinnacle is positioned as the global leader in industrial/construction heat, and portable ventilation products.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, national origin or other legally protected classifications.