Design Engineer I
Posted: 5 February, 2025
Organization: GTS
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
General Description:
Design and develop new products from concept through full production launch using CAD software. Responsible for product redesign for improved function, cost reductions, and sustainability initiatives. Oversees the development of 3D CAD models and drawing tools (e.g., SolidWorks® via EPDM® AutoDesk Inventor® or AutoCAD® software via AutoDesk Vault®) Produce full engineering documentation including detailed engineering drawings, bill of materials, and performance specifications. Independently manage multiple design projects while working in cross functional teams. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Creativity and latitude is required when performing a variety of tasks.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Works with Engineering and Program Management to transfer ideas into the core product process.
- Works with Engineering Department and team members to facilitate design ideas and improve current products.
- Daily interaction with customers, vendors, other engineers, production floor and the program manager to successfully complete projects.
- Manages CAD designer tasking and provides on time delivery of completed detailed designs.
- Overall responsibility for the quality assurance of all GTS mechanical design artifacts.
- Participates in a team of highly skilled professionals to research and design major new systems and architectures for rapid prototyping, development and test.
- Participates in brainstorming sessions used to develop product ideas and problem solutions.
- Conducts technical research to understand alternate approaches to a problem and be able to support the merits of a proposed solution.
- Originates design documents and concept papers consistent with project efforts for review by senior engineers.
- Uses appropriate engineering techniques and Manufacturing/Purchasing processes and technology to produce cost effective designs considering applicable safety and environmental regulations and standards.
- Manages multiple Engineering Design Projects simultaneously. Perform project management functions by working within cross-functional teams. Report project status as needed to management and take necessary steps to maintain project design schedules.
- Produces full engineering documentation including, but not limited to: detailed engineering drawings, bills of material, and any other items related to a Technical Data Package.
- Provides tutoring / mentoring to junior members of the technical staff.
Work Experience Requirements:
2-5 years CAD experience in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or a similar specific engineering area.
Educational Requirements (or equivalent):
- 1-2 years CAD experience in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or a similar specific engineering area.
- BS/BA in Engineering/Science
Working Conditions:
This work is typically performed in an office environment, which requires normal safety precautions; work may require some physical effort in the handling of light materials, boxes, or equipment.
Requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job. Physical demands include ability to lift and/or move 10 -25 pounds.
Essential Skills/Experience:
- Preparing and completing designs, layouts, drawings for specific elements of products being developed and/or improved per project plan/schedule consistent with assigned project and product line objective.
- Must possess the ability to create complex designs and written work instructions
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to do more complex drafting design and analysis
- Ability to plan, organize, and deliver the complete drawing packages for a design project
- Ability to review and approve all types of drawings and a high degree of specialization in electrical, mechanical or electromechanical
- Ability to check materials and components selected
- Ability to utilize current industry standard techniques and maintain a working knowledge of governing industry practices, government standards and specifications, ANSI/ASME drafting standards and drafting procedures
- A solid working knowledge of materials, welding, heat treating, iridizing, anodizing and finishing processes, and manufacturing methods and capabilities · High level of knowledge and ability in the use of Solid Works.
- Ability to create documents such as safety rules, operating & maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals ·
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities. ·
- Ability to accurately articulate concepts, theories and system design attributes to junior team members as well as senior management. ·
- High level of knowledge and ability in the use of Microsoft Office® products
- Ability to acquire and maintain a DoD security clearance if required by contract.
Beneficial Skills/Experience:
- Ability to handle and accurately execute multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work both independently and in highly collaborative teams.
- Experience in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Performs engineering calculations/analysis as required or utilizes analysis tools such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to determine the size and strength of parts, solve design problems, and check computations contributing to analytical designs.
Internal Training Required (e.g., QMS Procedures, Work Instructions, Checklists)-list all for this PD (do not need to include ISO Training assigned to all employees):
The above Position Description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position.
Pursuant to our contract with the federal government, U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
GTS offers a stimulating and exciting work atmosphere with competitive salary and benefits package.
GTS is ISO 9001:2015 certified.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. EOE/AA
