Mechanical Designer

$62,795 - $94,203/Yr

Woodward - Loves Park, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Loves Park, IL

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Mechanical Designer position at Woodward involves working within the Fuel Systems & Controls engineering group to design and draft new aerospace fuel system components. This role requires intermediate-level design skills, including CAD modeling and documentation, while collaborating with a team of engineers and designers. The designer will tackle various challenges related to functional and manufacturing aspects of new designs, ensuring quality and adherence to industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Work within an engineering team to create new mechanical component designs and design documentation.
• Create 3D models and drawings in parametric-based CAD software for complex fuel system components.
• Understand functional and manufacturing-based challenges with new designs and participate in problem-solving exercises.
• Use Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing as well as internal or industry standards to define component designs.
• Use dimensional stackup studies to assess assembly-level designs.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities related to the position.
• Assist lower-level drafters/designers with tasks.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree required, 2-year technical degree, certificate, or applicable experience.
• 5+ years designer experience or a combination of Bachelor's degree and experience.
• Advanced CAD software skills and computer skills including ERP systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and professionalism.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to process multiple types of information and/or perform multiple tasks simultaneously with competing priorities.
• Ability to take independent action and complete job tasks with minimal instruction.

Benefits

• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including Home / Auto Insurance discounts, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Legal Assistance, Military Leave