Designer (Engineering)

Since 1948 Follett Products, LLC has led the industry in designing and manufacturing high quality, innovative ice storage bins, ice storage and transport systems, ice machines, ice and water dispensers, ice and beverage dispensers, and medical-grade refrigerators and freezers for the foodservice and healthcare industries.

Follett offers many interesting career opportunities, all of which encourage growth and development and contribute to the success of the company. The development and promotion of talent is a high priority at Follett.

Follett has a great opportunity for a Designer to join our Engineering Team!

This role will support new product development, sustaining product production, and continuous product & process improvements by developing CAD models, layouts of product assemblies and simple mechanisms, and component details under the direction of an engineer or designer. Accurately documents product design intent in accordance with Follett standards.

Role Responsibilities:

• Utilize 3D CAD tools to develop and communicate design concepts; complete models, layouts, and details for new or revised products assemblies and components.
• Completes product design documentation including design models, assembly drawings, component details and specifications, item descriptions and BOM’s that are consistent with established standards and procedures.
• Works with engineers and other team members to develop new product concepts and improve the cost and quality of existing product offerings. Supports design evaluation and analysis, development of product cost estimates, and confers with engineering staff to resolve product design issues.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of design project and production activity.
• Provide direction to the model shop for the fabrication and assembly of prototypes and test set-ups.
• Assist on the manufacturing floor during new product introductions, implementation of product modifications and special orders, and participates in continuous improvement Kaizen events.
• Provide estimates of time required to meet objectives.

Requirements:

• Graduate of Technical or Vocational School or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-7 years of professional product design experience.
• Demonstrated 3D CAD Solid Modeling skills / training; AutoCAD Inventor design software experience preferred for the development of design concepts and product documentation.
• Sound mechanical design aptitude; knowledge of basic engineering analysis such as material selection, simple force and stress, tolerance, etc.
• General knowledge of various fabrication & component manufacturing and assembly processes.
• General knowledge of modular BOM structuring techniques.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

If this excites you, then Follett is where you will want to continue your career. Submit your most recent resume.

Follett Products, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?

Work Location: In person