Design Engineer I (Entry Level) New Product Development
CornellCookson

Job Info

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CornellCookson, a division of Clopay Corporation is a leading door and grille manufacturer. We manufacture a complete line of overhead door and closure products, designed for commercial, industrial, institutional and retail use. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service as well as unsurpassed quality and innovative products. Our employees are the cornerstone of our success and we are looking for dynamic individuals to join our team.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Design Engineer for our New Product Development Group in our Mountain Top, PA facility.

Summary:

Activities range from engineering change order execution, working in and improving existing data bases and processes, R&D, analysis, sourcing, testing, and manufacturing integration.  Come join us and get your design juices flowing!

 Responsibilities/Principal Duties:

• Work with Project Engineers to develop and design new parts and systems related to overhead doors
• Use Autodesk Inventor to design and layout part and assembly drawings and apply standard drafting practices
• Develop engineering standards and calculations to govern infinitely variable designs
• Implement new products into existing system via engineering change order process
• Perform analysis on parts and systems e.g. FEA, wind load, structural fasteners, etc.
• Master internal systems to edit BOMs, order custom parts, and implement new designs into ERP system
• Design test plans and fixtures, coordinate and monitor testing
• Generate and maintain test reports
• Develop installation instructions
• Be dedicated, self-initiating, and passionate about mechanical design, implementation and improvement
• Contribute to new product ideas
• Validate designs for conformance to various structural and life safety codes and standards as required (ASCE, IBC, UL, etc.) through engineering evaluations and calculations
• Work with technician to develop prototypes and maintain shop area
• Independently manage time and prioritize tasks
• Maintain positive customer, vendor, and coworker relationships

Qualified candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Proficient with 3D Solid Modeling
• Knowledge and application of Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within cross functional team
• Proficiency with hand tools and basic power tools

Preferred Requirements:

• 3+ year of experience
• Experience implementing Engineering Change Orders
• Proven Track record in design and specification of sheet metal structures, motors, controls, and sensing elements.
• Technical experience with design and project development, product improvements and optimization.
• Experience with plastics design, analysis and manufacturing methods.
• Experience with welding, milling, laser, casting and other modern methods of metal fabrication.

We offer a competitive salary and a very comprehensive benefits package, 401K, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time.

Equal Opportunity Employer, providing a drug-free work environment.

EOE Male/Female/Disabled/Veteran - We welcome applications from Veterans and the Disabled!

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