Keytronic is a team-based, supportive environment where everyone is able to feel encouraged and supported. We provide opportunities for growth through seminars, certifications, on-the-job training, and career advancement. Our team and employees are proud of our product diversity and team environment. We are an international company where you will do something different every day in our fast-paced work environment, but we are always finding ways to create something new and be innovative We encourage you to apply for this position if you enjoy being challenged, working in a dynamic work setting, and being a part of a team that creates products that drive our world, while providing an innovative workplace with deep camaraderie, compelling product diversity, and resources to build your career. Keytronic provides competitive salaries and benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, and 401K. We also have a company provided wellness program because we care about the wellbeing of our employees inside and outside of the workplace. We organize volunteer opportunities, company activities, and all-employee meetings to show we value our employees and the community around us! JOB SUMMARY: Contributes to the daily operations of R&D including, but not limited to, computer-aided-design (CAD) and drawings of product development parts/assemblies, CAD and drawings of factory automation equipment, label drawings and production data to support factory operations, and assisting R&D Engineering with other technical documentation and operations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) + Designs mechanical and electrical components, laser and ink printed labels, and final assemblies based on engineering practices and principles for review and approval by R&D Engineering staff. + Creates mechanical and/or electrical drawings, inspection drawings, specifications, and assembly drawings for review and approval by R&D Engineering staff. + Design and manipulate graphic artwork for product label creation, shipping label creation, and laser etch label creation. + Creates label and PCB laser etch inspection drawings for review and approval by R&D Engineering staff. + Constructs bill of materials and defines necessary materials for accurate data entry into the corporate MRP system. + Writes engineering change requests to change design/drawings and bills of materials. + Reviews customer provided data to determine design requirements (dimensions, tolerances, compliance, graphic requirements etc.). + Perform on-line research to identify and obtain compliance logo artwork and mechanical dimensions of components and assemblies. + Develops spreadsheets, graphs, presentation materials, reports, and other related documents that may require research, analysis, and independent judgement. + Complete writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, and terminology. + Enters specified information into a computer to generate official records of approved designs. OTHER FUNCTIONS: + Performs other duties when required that are outside of normal job duties. + Inspects accuracy of own work as well as coworker's designs and engineering documentation. + Organize, plan, and prioritize work by developing specific goals in order to complete your work. + Performs a variety of departmental specific projects and tasks, which require the use of independent judgement, initiative, and tact to determine the approach or action to take in non-routine situations. + Sends and receives packages to domestic and international addresses. + Set up meetings, reserve conference rooms, and take meeting minutes. + Creates purchase requisitions for engineering items. + Attends meetings as needed to support organization activity. + Interfaces with customers as required. SUPERVISION GIVEN/RECEIVED: This position is under the direct supervision of the Manager of Mechanical Engineering. This position does not have any supervisory responsibility MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + Associate's degree or equivalent in electro-mechanical design or a related field, and two to five years experience in technical designing; or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, customer specifications, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. + Ability to write routine and non-routine reports and correspondence. + Ability to interface with associates in support of product designs in a team based environment. + Ability to apply engineering mathematics, algebra, and geometry. + Ability to use CAD system and peripheral equipment (Creo, SolidWorks, Bartender, and AutoCAD). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Machining experience with a manual mill, manual lathe, drill press, and other basic shop equipment. + Experience with CNC operated machines such as mills or routers. + Direct experience with fabrication of plastic and metal parts. + Direct experience with building mechanical systems. + Ability to operate CAD software such as SolidWorks and Creo. + Experience in Contract Manufacturing. + Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish, Vietnamese, and/or Chinese. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, talk, hear, and see. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or reach with hands and arms. The employee will regularly multi-task between projects, be required to move throughout the office building, and effectively communicate. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environment is fast-paced; time pressured, and requires accuracy. The normal environment is quiet and typical of an open cubical setting with some areas that may be louder at times. The statements on this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required by all incumbents, and all job descriptions are subject to change to accommodate business necessity. In support of Keytronic's goals some incumbents may perform other duties as assigned. In addition, all Keytronic employees are expected to: + Promote teamwork and cooperative effort + Help train and give guidance to other Keytronic employees + Maintain a clean, safe, and unobstructed work area + Provide customers with the highest quality of products and service + Understand and apply appropriate quality improvement processes Keytronic is an EOE/M/W/VET/Disabilities employer.