Manufacturing Corporation of America Inc Drafter Hunker, PA · Full time Company website

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At MCA, our employees are driven by a team-oriented culture where they are given the chance to grow in their careers through ownership in their work each day while creating and delivering the highest quality products. MCA works to create an environment where team members can master their role, and work to collaborate with the various companies within the MCA family. By joining MCA, you open the doors to career advancement throughout our family of companies. We are looking for career-minded individuals who share our values: (1) We approach our work with tenacity, working to not only solve issues and execute our responsibilities, but create win-win outcomes as a result of our efforts. (2) We strive to be good humans, which allows us to work with and serve other good humans. We do this by treating all team members with respect, and by being honest and direct with each other in our interactions. (3) We own every aspect and outcome of our daily work, knowing that we will own the company in the future – live this through holding ourselves and each other accountable – we aim to pass zero bad parts in each process we perform each day. (4) We are forward-thinking, knowing that stagnation will kill us in each of our various Divisions, and that comfort and growth are incompatible. (5) We are endlessly curious about our work and our world, knowing that our ability to absorb and teach each other makes our organization stronger for each other, our customers, and our investors. We look forward to meeting you, and hope you share our excitement in revitalizing America's manufacturing industry!

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Create new designs, develop, improve and refine existing product designs through research, analysis, and the application of engineering principles based on feedback and new requirements. 
•  Build and test prototypes to evaluate functionality, usability, and performance. 
•  Utilize CAD software to create detailed technical drawings, plans and 3D models.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams, collaborate and communicate effectively with stakeholders, engineers, designers, clients, colleagues, and manufacturing professionals to ensure designs are feasible and meet requirements. 
• Test prototypes, identify and resolve design-related issues, ensure products are reliable, efficient, and cost-effective to validate and identify areas for improvement.
• Adhere to safety standards, regulations, and industry guidelines to ensure product safety and compliance. 
• Meet design requirements to ensure that designs meet specific functional, aesthetic, and performance requirements. 
• Prepare technical reports, manuals, and specifications to document the design process and product specifications. 
• Research and selecting appropriate materials for design based on performance, cost, and additional factors. 
• Analyze data from tests, evaluate design solutions, and make informed decisions based on evidence. 

Education and Experience Qualifications:

• A BS/BA degree from an accredited college/university

Qualifications:

Required:

• CAD software proficiency: Strong knowledge of CAD software like AutoCAD or SolidWorks. 
• Engineering principles: A strong understanding of engineering principles, including mechanics, materials, and manufacturing processes. 
• Technical communication: The ability to communicate technical information effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. 
• Problem-solving skills: The ability to identify and solve complex design problems. 
• Creativity and innovation: The ability to think outside the box and develop innovative design solutions.

Preferred:

• A minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at time.
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Work Environment:

• Indoor fabrication shop with exposure to welding arcs, heavy materials and heave machinery.
• Noise levels require hearing protection.
• Team-based, fast-paced production environment.