About the position
Scientific Drilling is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join our Applied Technologies Center located in Paso Robles, CA. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of embedded systems hardware and software, along with experience utilizing various embedded development tools and technologies. As an independent directional drilling and wellbore navigation service provider, we are dedicated to crafting innovative and elegant solutions to technically challenging problems. The Central Coast of California, nestled between San Francisco and Los Angeles, is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, featuring over 200 wineries, pristine beaches, and a charming small-town atmosphere. In this role, the Mechanical Designer will independently apply functional specifications and utilize engineering tools to design hardware for product modifications and new developments. The responsibilities include leading the development of detailed design models, assemblies, drawings, and specifications for mechanical equipment, fixtures, and tools using CAD software. The designer will coordinate with engineers to design, layout, and detail components and assemblies, addressing any design-related issues that may arise. Additionally, the designer will review and analyze specifications, sketches, and drawings to assess factors affecting component designs and the necessary procedures to follow. The position also entails modifying and revising designs to rectify operational deficiencies or mitigate production issues, maintaining an electronic drawing file system, and managing project protocols. The Mechanical Designer will mentor and guide the work of other designers and independently develop PCB designs using PCB design software. This role requires a commitment to safety standards, effective communication with team members and clients, and a drive for continual improvement and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will be expected to perform a variety of complex tasks and adapt quickly to new challenges.
Responsibilities
- Independently applies functional specifications and uses engineering tools to design hardware for product changes and new development.
- Leads and develops detailed design models, assemblies, drawings, and specifications for mechanical equipment, fixtures, and tools using CAD software.
- Coordinates with engineers to design, lay out, and/or detail components and assemblies and to resolve design or other problems.
- Discusses and develops design concepts with engineers to determine requirements of detailed working drawings.
- Reviews and analyzes specifications, sketches, drawings, ideas, and related data to assess factors affecting component designs and procedures to be followed.
- Modifies and revises designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems.
- Maintains electronic drawing file system and revision history.
- Performs other relevant drafting and engineering related duties.
- Responsible for following protocol, archiving design source files, and managing projects.
- Mentors and guides the work of other Designers.
- Independently develops and creates PCB designs using PCB design software.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent; Associate's Degree preferred.
- 5+ years direct, non-academic experience in Mechanical drafting and/or PCB layout.
- 5+ years of work experience in computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment, preferably AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.
- Strong understanding of embedded systems hardware and software.
- Experience with a variety of embedded development tools and technologies.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with SolidWorks EPDM Product Data Management software.
- Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning software - SAP.
- Experience with Altium PCB design software.
