Associate Design Engineer

Freeport, PA
Full Time
Support Engineering Department
Entry Level

Do you have a flair for creativity and design?  Are you analytically minded and enjoy problem-solving?   As an Associate Design Engineer at Oberg Industries, you would be working on a diverse set of projects, assisting in translating ideas into innovative opportunities for our customers.  You will play a critical role in ensuring a quick turnaround to our customers on precision machined components delivery dates and supporting the manufacturing process.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create CAD models based on provided specifications for programming and manufacturing purposes.
  • Detail individual components to create a working drawing.
  • Design and detail slot dies and scroll dies.
  • Independently process traditional tooling orders for the Oberg Freeport division.
  • Independently process traditional metal packaging orders for the Oberg Freeport division.
  • Enter job details and manage workflows using ERP system.
  • Collaborate with shop personnel to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing challenges.
  • Review technical drawings to ensure dimensional accuracy and logistical feasibility.
  • Communicate with customers to discuss specifications and/or requirements necessary for component manufacture.
  • Work closely with Quotations team, providing appropriate information including print interpretation and plot support.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

 

Educational Qualifications and Specific Skills:

  • Minimum of a High School diploma, 2-year Drafting/Design Technical degree preferred.
  • Previous experience using CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD preferred).
  • Must possess knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
  • Must have a working knowledge of manufacturing practices.
  • Must be able to read and understand engineering drawings.
  • Must be able to create models and detail drawings in CAD.
  • Working understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Able to use basic quality inspection equipment.
  • Must be able to communicate through written, verbal, or other means of communication with both internal and external customers.
  • Must be able to understand written correspondence.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or be able to comply with U.S. export regulations. 
  • Must be able to wear personal protection equipment, such as earplugs, safety glasses, and safety shoes.

 

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly have to travel through other departments.  The atmosphere is a climatic office setting, and the employee will spend the majority of time sitting at a computer terminal.  This position requires on-site work.  Remote work options are not available.

 

Benefits:

  • Competitive Pay 
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (no premiums paid)
  • Medical benefit opt-out with Reimbursement option.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Short & Long Term Disability (company paid, no contribution)
  • Death Benefit
  • 401K Retirement Plan (with 4% employer match)
  • Employer Profit Sharing program
  • Quarterly Bonus Program (based on company performance)
  • Paid Time Off (earning up to 5 weeks)
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Temperature-Controlled Work Environment

We also offer a family-friendly atmosphere and a number of perks for our employees such as Employee Referral Program Incentive Pay, Food Truck days, Health Club Membership Reimbursement, Tool Purchase program, Training and Development opportunities and much, much more!! 

 

Oberg Industries is a local, family-owned, contract manufacturer and supply chain integrator providing tooling/metal stamping and precision machining services to many well-known companies around the world.  Our passion is for precision manufacturing and our breadth of expertise enables us to provide cost-effective manufacturing solutions for the most demanding and complex production challenges for customers across the globe.  Oberg Industries skilled employees stamp, grind, mill, turn, machine and design customized components and assemblies found in countless items that improve the quality of life for millions of people every day.

Our most competitive advantage is our skilled and innovative workforce. Oberg employees are among the best trained in the industry, supported by a culture of continuous learning that includes cross-training, apprenticeships, and advancement opportunities.  Each employee plays a pivotal role in our ability to produce high quality parts.   For more information about the company visit: www.oberg.com.

 

It is our commitment at Oberg Industries to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  EOE, including disability/vets.

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