Mechanical Designer

Description

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Mechanical Designer at Kratos will be responsible for the production and maintenance of 3D CAD models and associated 2D drawings for electrical power products built at Kratos. Tasks include the creation and maintenance of Bills of Materials, 3D modeling, and part drawing creation for the review of other designers’ work and for following Kratos standard part and assembly revision practice.  Most tasks are done via CAD software throughout the life cycle of each project. Specification of quality flow-down requirements, project documentation, and creation of production-required assets. The Designer must work with a broad range of people to efficiently incorporate redlines into as-built drawings and make on-floor corrections to active projects. Establish rapport with clients, vendors, and co-workers throughout all levels of the company. Communication is key to this role’s success. With the above, the ideal Designer will promote and adhere to Code Orange, the Kratos creed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or associate degree with 2+ years relevant past work experience.

• Work experience tradeable for education

• Experience in 3D CAD programs.

• Designing sheet metal parts and copper bus (preferred Autodesk Inventor, but SolidWorks or equivalent will be considered)

• Experience generating manufacturing prints from 3D CAD models.

• Ability to read and understand different project requirements/codes and apply to the design of equipment.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience in Switchboard/gear design

• Metal-clad, Switchgear design

• UL 891 knowledge 

• Thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects to balance.

• Autodesk Inventor Experience

• ERP experience a plus

• Experience in manufacturing environment

• ISO 9001 and Lean Six Sigma

BENEFITS

The Company offers a full benefits package to all full-time employees, available upon an eligibility period which is the first of the month after 30 days:

• HEALTH, DENTAL, & VISION

• LIFE INSURANCE

The Company pays a life insurance premium for full-time employees of 10K. Employees have an option to opt-in to additional life insurance at an additional cost, covering up to $300K.

• LONG TERM DISABILITY

The Company pays for an LTD policy for each employee.

• ACCIDENT, CRITICAL ILLNESS, HOSPITAL INDEMNIFACATION, AND ID/LEGAL SHIELD

These plans are also available on a voluntary basis, the company does not pay a portion of these plans.

• 401K

The Company matches up to 4%. You will be eligible as a regular full-time employee to contribute, subject to the eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions in accordance with the group provider.

• COBRA

All governed regulations are mandated at both federal and state levels. Regulatory statutes are followed by The Company and available disclosures are public and available for all employees to review.

• PAID TIME OFF (Vacation)

PTO begins accruing at the date of hire; Those hours are not available to utilize until after 60 days of employment, 80 hours of PTO

PERFORMANCE BONUS

As a Kratos Employee you are eligible to take part in the company bonus plan. A percentage of your annual gross wages will be paid dependent on EBITDA at the end of the year.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

Kratos Industries is a new company in 2020 and we are looking to breed not only a culture of excellence, but one where everyone holds themselves accountable to the rest of the team and can come to work every day knowing they are making a difference in their fellow employees’ lives. We are a very inclusive team and have as much fun as can be allowed at work. We believe in taking our work seriously, but not ourselves. Come as you are, and make sure you are having fun!