Design Engineer

at  KCC Manufacturing

DESIGN ENGINEER – CORE PRODUCTS

KCC Companies is an employee-owned (ESOP) company dedicated to providing complete design, manufacturing, installation, and service for commercial & residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).
Benefits:
9 Paid Holidays
EBITDA Bonus
Health, Dental, Vision insurance, and other Ancillary coverages
401K
Monthly Accrued Vacation
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

SUMMARY:

As a Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the development and design of new roof curb and/or curb-adapter products (Core Products). In this hands-on position, you will work within a cross functional group on the development, design and manufacturing of new and existing products. You will be responsible for taking a product from concept to production to customer with a focus on product design, manufacturing efficiency, cost, engineering data and manufacturing requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent related experience.
• Proficient with sheet metal part design and large assembly/in-context designs in 3D modeling software (SOLIDWORKS preferred).
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft products.
• Strong hands-on/mechanical aptitude.
• Strong decision making, organizational and analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to overcome unforeseen obstacles.
• Above average verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

Safety/Physical Requirements:

• This position requires the incumbent’s presence onsite in the plant/in the office for a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Incumbent must be able to access manufacturing and assembly areas on the shop floor in order to inspect units, investigate problems and/or potential solutions to problems, and to prove out potential solutions to problems.
• Capable of lifting/moving parts weighing 50 lbs. or less.
• Must pass background check and drug test.
• Requires bending, stooping and standing.
• Must be able to stand from six (6) to eight (8) hours pr day. (Overtime may extend the time period.)
• Good visual and spatial perception

• Design curbs, curb-adapters and other products related to the operation of HVAC equipment.
• Utilize SOLIDWORKS and other related software to create and maintain 3D part and assembly models, drawings and bills of materials (BOM) to support a cross functional group of sales, purchasing, and production personnel.
• Incumbent will ensure that all information and specifications provided to our internal and external customers will be correct, complete, accurate, clear and concise; and will be presented in a timely manner.
• Initiate continuous improvement activities to improve product quality, increase production efficiency, and reduce cost.
• Maintain a working understanding of applicable industry standards.
• Responsible for designing, creating assembly documentation and testing of prototype products.
• Perform feasibility, functionality, and quality testing of designs.
• Analyze test results and implement appropriate design changes and specifications to ensure products meet technical and functional requirements.
• Manage ERP system data as assigned.
• Create Manufacturing job packets.
• Work with Sales staff to ensure the best product and design is considered during quote or submittal phase.
• Collaborate with other Design Engineers to ensure the documentation of Core Products is ready for Manufacturing’s use.
• Support Manufacturing by answering questions and/or solving issues related to production.
• Take part in appropriate meetings to ensure processes, designs, etc. remain up to date and accurate.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Identify areas for and participate in efforts for continuous improvement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.
• Adhere to safety standards at all times.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent related experience.
• Proficient with sheet metal part design and large assembly/in-context designs in 3D modeling software (SOLIDWORKS preferred).
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft products.
• Strong hands-on/mechanical aptitude.
• Strong decision making, organizational and analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to overcome unforeseen obstacles.
• Above average verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Safety/Physical Requirements:

• This position requires the incumbent’s presence onsite in the plant/in the office for a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Incumbent must be able to access manufacturing and assembly areas on the shop floor in order to inspect units, investigate problems and/or potential solutions to problems, and to prove out potential solutions to problems.
• Capable of lifting/moving parts weighing 50 lbs. or less.
• Must pass background check and drug test.
• Requires bending, stooping and standing.
• Must be able to stand from six (6) to eight (8) hours pr day. (Overtime may extend the time period.)
• Good visual and spatial perception.