Mechanical Designer - TAD PGS, Inc

• Participate as a team member with other Engineers, Drafters, Manufacturing, Production and Purchasing personnel to complete design projects on time and within budget.
• Responsible for design and manufacturing support.
• Responsible for specification compliance and documentation of mechanical systems, sub¬ assemblies and components.
• Responsible for the layout and detailed mechanical designs.
• Recommend materials and components for inclusion in design specifications based on experience and on catalogue reference data.
• Study industry standards and ensure that designs are safe and meet applicable industry safety requirements.
• Actively participate in Design Reviews. Review designs with other Engineering, Manufacturing, Production personnel as well as equipment users to ensure that designs meet all requirements.
• Organize and maintain project folders and report project status to Manager, Engineers and others on a regular basis. Must keep technical information updates and organize through configuration management for the department.
• Plan perform or direct and document experiments to prove design performance.
• Must be capable of safely handling government-furnished equipment and materials.
• Must be available to work a standard weekly schedule with overtime as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate 's degree in a related field or a certification from a technical institute or equivalent.
• Six (6) years drafting experience.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance when required by the contract.

• Strong understanding of 3D Mechanical CAD including detail drawings/models and applying large assembly management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to clearly explain the perspective of the engineering department to upper management as well as to the engineering team.
• Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and practices.
• Able to make decisions independently on engineering problems. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Able to handle multiple projects and tasks concurrently.
• Understanding of sheet metal and machined part fabrication practices and documentation standards.
• Strong ability to work with others and be an active part of a cross functional team.
• Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and work to a schedule.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Solidworks, AutoCAD or other 3D modelling Software, Solidworks Simulation, EPDM Configuration Management.
• Preferred working experience with Faro Arm 3D Scanner and Geomagic Design X software.
• Preferred experience in 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance